Pope Francis gets new prognosis amid pneumonia battle

WorldHealth & Fitness
11 Mar 2025 • 7:58 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Pope Francis's health has improved, and doctors say he is no longer in immediate danger of death after being hospitalised for double pneumonia.
  • The 88-year-old Pope will remain in hospital for several more days for treatment and rehabilitation.
  • While his condition is stable, doctors are cautious due to his age and chronic lung disease. He requires supplemental oxygen and uses a ventilation mask at night.
  • Francis followed the Vatican's spiritual retreat via videoconference, a good sign of his improving health.
  • This hospitalisation has been the longest and most serious health scare of his 12-year papacy.

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