Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia, is expected to appear at his hospital window in Rome on Sunday to greet crowds and offer a blessing.
Pope Francis , the 88-year-old pontiff, is reportedly recovering well from double pneumonia and is expected to greet crowds from his hospital window in Rome this Sunday. The Vatican announced his health improvement, stating that he has been reducing his reliance on supplemental oxygen and his pneumonia infection, though not completely eliminated, is under control.
While initially admitted to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14 for a complex lung infection that progressed to pneumonia, Pope Francis showed strength by concelebrating Mass on the anniversary of his installation as pope, 12 years ago, on Wednesday.Francis's ability to appear at his window and offer a blessing marks significant progress in his recovery. The Vatican confirmed that he intends to do so shortly after 12 noon, and his Angelus reflection, as has been the norm, will be distributed in text form. His improved health signifies a positive trajectory in his recovery journey. He has successfully weaned off the noninvasive mechanical ventilation mask, a device that assisted his lungs in receiving oxygen. Doctors attribute this improvement to his actively working lungs regaining their strength and performing better on their own.Vatican officials have stated that they plan to reduce the frequency of medical bulletins, with the next update not anticipated before Monday. This decision reflects the positive nature of Francis's recovery and his growing independence. Meanwhile, Italian President Sergio Mattarella acknowledged the 12th anniversary of Francis's papacy by extending his well wishes and a letter praising Francis's initiatives. President Mattarella also offered heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery
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