The Latest on Pope Francis’ Health: Updates from the Vatican Press Office
The whole world is keeping an eye on the health of Pope Francis, who was admitted to the hospital on Friday for a respiratory tract infection. The Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, has been providing updates to reporters on the Pope’s condition.
Bruni informed journalists on Saturday morning that Pope Francis had a “restful night” and “slept well.” Despite his hospitalization, the Pope seemed to be in good spirits as he had breakfast and caught up on the news by reading newspapers.
The Holy Father has undergone tests and has started pharmacological treatment for his respiratory tract infection. Bruni reassured the public that the Pope’s fever has not worsened, and more updates on his condition will be shared later in the day.
It was on February 14 when the Vatican Press Office first announced that Pope Francis had a “slight fever” and had been admitted to the hospital for medical treatment. The world continues to pray for his swift recovery.
Stay tuned for more updates on Pope Francis’ health as we keep him in our thoughts and prayers.
