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Pope Francis, 88 years old, has been admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome due to a respiratory infection.
According to an official statement from the Vatican, the Pontiff has experienced a worsening of his bronchitis in recent days, which has required specialized examinations and the initiation of hospital-based medical treatment.
Initial analyses indicate a respiratory tract infection, and his clinical status is stable, although he has a slight fever.
In a conversation with journalists, Matteo Bruni, director of the Press Office of the Holy See, said: “The Pope is calm, in good spirits, and has read some newspapers”.
Due to this situation, the scheduled events for the coming days have been adjusted. Among them, the jubilee audience planned for Saturday and the Jubilee mass for artists and the cultural world on Sunday will be presided over by the Portuguese cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça instead of the Pope.
Additionally, the visit to the Cinecittà film studios scheduled for Monday, February 17, has been postponed.
In recent weeks, the Pope has shown signs of fatigue and discomfort during some public events, raising concern among the faithful and the international community.
The Vatican has assured that Francis is under constant medical supervision and that updates on his health status will be provided in the coming days.
The Catholic community and religious leaders from around the world have expressed their solidarity with the Pope, sending him messages of support and prayers for his swift recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pope Francis's Health and Its Impact on the Vatican
Why was Pope Francis hospitalized?
Pope Francis was hospitalized due to a respiratory infection that caused a worsening of his bronchitis, requiring specialized medical attention and hospital-based pharmaceutical treatment.
What is the current health status of Pope Francis?
The clinical condition of Pope Francis is stable, though he has a slight fever. He is under constant medical supervision and updates on his health will be provided in the coming days.
What Vatican events have been adjusted due to the Pope's hospitalization?
Due to the hospitalization of Pope Francis, scheduled events have been modified. The jubilee audience and the Jubilee Mass for artists will be presided over by Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça, and the visit to Cinecittà has been postponed.
What has been the reaction of the Catholic community to the hospitalization of Pope Francis?
The Catholic community and religious leaders around the world have expressed their solidarity with Pope Francis. Messages of support and prayers have been sent for his swift recovery, showing concern for his health.
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