Pope Francis Suffers Serious Setback in Pneumonia Battle
Pope Francis had peaceful night after Friday setback while hospitalized with pneumonia
VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis, who has been in the hospital for just over two weeks fighting double pneumonia, had a peaceful night and was resting on Saturday after a health setback the day before, the Vatican said. The 88-year-old pontiff experienced a breathing crisis on Friday, renewing concerns over his well-being.
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Pope Francis shows further slight improvement as he battles pneumonia, the Vatican says
Pope Francis is sitting upright and receiving therapy for double pneumonia while he remains in critical condition.
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The Vatican’s early Friday update also suggested a level of normalcy and routine as the 88-year-old pope continues recovering at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.
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Following the episode, the pope began non-invasive ventilation and was responding well, according to the Vatican.
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Pope Francis has faced a major setback in his recovery from double pneumonia after inhaling vomit during a severe coughing fit. Doctors at Rome’s Gemelli hospital placed him on noninvasive mechanical ventilation,