It’s been 29 days since Pope Francis, the head of the Roman Catholic Church, was hospitalized in Rome due to respiratory issues. Fortunately, his condition has started to improve, and he’s now able to move around more freely. According to recent reports, the Pope can walk from his bed to a chair where he rests during the day, sometimes with the help of medical staff and other times on his own.
The Vatican announced on March 15, 2023, that Pope Francis, who is 88 years old, has shown significant progress in his recovery. After being hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for nearly a month, he’s finally able to move around, which is a positive sign. The Pope was admitted to the hospital on February 14, 2023, after contracting a respiratory infection that later developed into pneumonia in both lungs. His medical team confirmed that the treatment would take time to be fully effective.
Dr. Sergio Alfieri, the head of the medical team caring for the Pope, previously stated that Pope Francis has a strong heart and no fever, which are good indications that the infection in his lungs is being controlled. However, over the past two weeks, the Pope has been undergoing critical respiratory treatment due to coughing fits caused by his attempts to expel mucus from his body. This is still a sign of the respiratory infection, which is producing a significant amount of mucus.
Despite the challenges he’s facing, Pope Francis seems to be on the road to recovery. His ability to walk, even with some assistance, is a promising development. As the Vatican continues to provide updates on his condition, the world waits with bated breath for the Pope’s full recovery. With his strong heart and the dedicated care of his medical team, there’s hope that he’ll soon be back to his normal self, guiding the Catholic Church with his wisdom and compassion.