Pope Francis Shows Health Improvement After Severe Illness
The 88-year-old pontiff remains hospitalized but stable, receiving respiratory support and movement therapy while recovering from a prolonged battle with pneumonia.
- Pope Francis, hospitalized for over four weeks due to complications from pneumonia, is showing signs of recovery according to Vatican officials.
- The Pope's health is described as stable, with progress observed throughout the week, though he continues to require oxygen and physical therapy.
- Despite improvements, there is no immediate plan for his discharge from the Gemelli Clinic in Rome, where he has been since mid-February.
- The Vatican reports an outpouring of global support, with thousands of letters and up to 150 kilograms of mail arriving daily, expressing well-wishes for his recovery.
- This marks the longest hospitalization of Pope Francis's papacy, following a history of health challenges, including previous surgeries and respiratory issues.
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