Pope Francis hospitalized at Gemelli for bronchitis

[Michie]

In the hospital, pope celebrates anniversary of election with cake

 

[Gnarwhal]

The updates seem kind of deceptively encouraging the past couple of days. They say he's responding well to treatment but then follow up with he's still on a high-flow oxygen regiment and non-invasion mechanical aspiration like he was before. I mean the net conclusion seems to be that he's still in a pretty bad way and tomorrow marks one month since he was admitted to Gemelli.

 

[Michie]

The updates seem kind of deceptively encouraging the past couple of days. They say he's responding well to treatment but then follow up with he's still on a high-flow oxygen regiment and non-invasion mechanical aspiration like he was before. I mean the net conclusion seems to be that he's still in a pretty bad way and tomorrow marks one month since he was admitted to Gemelli.

At 88 it’s not surprising. I’m thinking the oxygen and no doubt, inhalers and breathing treatments might be something permanent.

 

[Michie]

Pope continues pneumonia treatment as Cardinal Parolin prays for his recovery​

Parolin calls for ‘disarming language’ while praying for Pope Francis with diplomats​

Marking a whole month in the hospital on Friday, Pope Francis is undergoing another morning of therapy for pneumonia, including oxygen treatment and respiratory physiotherapy, as his condition remains “stationary,” according to the Vatican.

A new medical bulletin will be issued this evening.

The recovering pontiff followed the conclusion of the spiritual exercises for Lent led by Capuchin Father Roberto Pasolini in the Paul VI Audience Hall via video link.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrated a morning Mass for the pope with the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See.

In his homily reflecting on today’s Gospel reading, the Vatican secretary of state emphasizes the need to “disarm language” and move from confrontation to benevolence in a time of war.

“We gather in prayer this morning for the health of the Holy Father, that he may recover and return to us soon. We also wish to remember the 12th anniversary of his election to the pontificate, celebrated yesterday,” Parolin says during the Mass in the Pauline Chapel of the Apostolic Palace.

The cardinal’s Lenten-themed homily includes several references to global current events, noting that “on our own we cannot manage, we need help, but it is also true that the Lord provides us with the means to realize his word.”

The rosary prayer service for the pope this evening will be led by Monsignor Lucio Adrian Ruiz, secretary of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication.

Continued below.

Pope Francis’ health latest news: Live updates

Here’s the latest news on Pope Francis’ health and hospitalization.

www.catholicnewsagency.com

 

[Michie]

Rome marathon runners to hold 42-second silence for Pope Francis

Over 30,000 runners will hold 42 seconds of silence for Pope Francis before the start of the Rome marathon on Sunday morning.

www.catholicnewsagency.com

 

[Michie]

Vatican ambassadors gather for Mass to pray for pope's health

Cardinal Parolin leads a Mass for Pope Francis' health, reflecting on the connection between prayer, love and charity.

www.oursundayvisitor.com

 

[Michie]

Vatican moves to once-a-day updates about Pope Francis’ health amid stable situation​

The Holy See Press Office says on Friday that updates about Pope Francis’ health will be less frequent as his situation remains stable amid a slow recovery.

Continued below.

Pope Francis’ health latest news: Live updates

Here’s the latest news on Pope Francis’ health and hospitalization.

www.catholicnewsagency.com