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Pope Francis’ Health Improves as Vatican Allays Fears

Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
By Oluwadara Akingbohungbe
Published: March 2, 2025
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As concerns about Pope Francis’ health continue to grow, the Vatican reassured the world on Saturday that the 88-year-old Pontiff remains stable. While he still requires oxygen, there has been no recurrence of the previous day’s breathing crisis. He is alert, eating, and praying.

Doctors continue to monitor his condition closely, noting that his blood circulation remains stable and there are no signs of a worsening infection. However, the prognosis remains cautious.

The Pope was first admitted to the hospital on February 14 with bronchitis, which later developed into pneumonia. Last weekend, reports described his condition as critical after he suffered a serious respiratory attack and required blood transfusions.

Then, on Friday, another scare—Francis experienced a sudden bronchospasm, leading to vomiting and a worsening of his breathing. Medical experts explained that inhaling vomit into the lungs can aggravate pneumonia, often requiring stronger antibiotics and respiratory support. The next 24 to 48 hours, they said, would be crucial in determining the full impact.

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As news of his condition spread, Catholics and well-wishers around the globe lifted prayers for the Pope’s recovery. Despite the rain, pilgrims gathered outside the hospital, lighting candles and praying at the foot of a statue of former Pope John Paul II.

“I’m very sad,” said Assunta Pandolfi, a retiree from Rome. “But I have faith he will recover.”

A group of nuns stood nearby, heads bowed in silent prayer. Children’s handwritten messages, illustrated posters, and balloons with Francis’ image decorated the area—small but heartfelt signs of love and concern.

Though the Pope remains in good spirits and continues working from his hospital room, his absence from public life has sparked speculation about his ability to continue leading the Church. This is his fourth hospitalization since 2021 and the longest of his papacy.

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For the third consecutive Sunday, he will miss his weekly Angelus prayer, with the Vatican instead releasing a written message.

Francis, who had part of a lung removed in his youth, has faced increasing health challenges in recent years. He underwent colon surgery in 2021, a hernia operation in 2023, and frequently struggles with bronchitis and chronic pain, often relying on a wheelchair.

Despite these challenges, he has remained committed to his role, repeatedly stating that he does not see resignation as an option—for now. However, experts caution that at his age, recovery from such a serious illness will take time.

For now, the world watches and prays, hoping that Pope Francis will soon be well enough to return to the Vatican and continue his leadership of the Catholic Church.

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