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By CNA Staff
Vatican City, 10 March, 2025 / 11:00 PM
Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Friday, Feb. 14, to undergo testing and treatment for bronchitis.
Follow here for the latest news on his health and hospitalization:
Pope continues Lenten spiritual exercises from Gemelli hospital amid ongoing treatment
Pope Francis spent a peaceful night at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he continues his recovery while participating remotely in the Lenten spiritual exercises, according to a Monday update from the Holy See Press Office.
The pontiff has resumed respiratory and physical therapy after transitioning from non-invasive mechanical ventilation during the night to high-flow oxygen through nasal cannulas.
The statement notes that Francis followed the Curia’s spiritual exercises via video from his hospital chair this morning, joining participants spiritually in the event in the Paul VI Hall.
The 88-year-old pope has been informed about flooding in Argentina and “expresses his closeness to those affected,” the press office stated.
While his medical condition remains “stable within a complex framework,” doctors maintain a reserved prognosis. A medical bulletin, which wasn’t published Sunday due to the stable clinical picture, is expected to be released Monday evening.
The Rosary for the pope’s health will be prayed at approximately 6 p.m. local time in the Paul VI Hall. Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life, will lead the prayer.
Today marks the 25th day of hospitalization for Pope Francis, who was admitted to the Gemelli Polyclinic on February 14, 2025.
Pope progressing positively after peaceful night in hospital
Pope Francis has spent another tranquil night at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican Press Office announces Sunday morning.
Saturday evening’s medical bulletin indicated cautious signs of improvement three weeks after the pontiff’s admission: “The Holy Father’s clinical condition has remained stable in recent days, showing a good response to treatment.”
The 88-year-old pope plans to join the Roman Curia spiritually for their Lenten retreat beginning on the First Sunday of Lent. The Vatican will release the text of the pope’s Angelus message in writing later today.
The rosary for Pope Francis tonight at St. Peter’s Square will be presided over by Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça, Prefect of the Dicastery for Culture and Education.
Vatican: Pope’s condition ‘stable’ with ‘slight improvement’
The Vatican says Pope Francis’ condition on Saturday evening remains “stable” with the Holy Father showing a “gradual, slight improvement” in his condition.
The pope’s stability on Saturday “testifies to a good response to therapy,” the Holy See Press Office says.
The Holy Father has “always remained [without a fever],” the Vatican notes, adding: “Gas exchanges have improved; blood chemistry and haemocrocitometric tests are confirmed to be stable.”
“The doctors, in order to record these initial improvements in the coming days, prudentially still keep the prognosis reserved,” the press office says.
On Saturday morning, meanwhile, Francis received the Eucharist, prayed in the chapel of the papal hospital apartment, and later “alternated rest with work activities,” the Vatican says.
Pope’s prognosis remains guarded as pontiff rests Saturday morning
Pope Francis is resting comfortably at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital this morning as he continues treatment for bilateral pneumonia. The Holy See Press Office reports that the 88-year-old pontiff had a quiet night.
“The night passed quietly; the pope is resting,” reads this morning’s brief statement.
The pope’s clinical condition remains stable as he receives ongoing care. Medical staff continue to describe his prognosis as “guarded.”
Vatican officials report that Francis is dividing his time between prayer, rest, and work while continuing his respiratory physiotherapy treatments.
Medical teams provide the pope with high-flow oxygen through nasal cannulas during the day. At night, he switches to noninvasive mechanical ventilation to support his breathing.
Cardinal Michael Czerny, SJ, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, will lead a holy rosary for Pope Francis later today. The prayer service will gather the faithful to offer prayers for the pope’s swift recovery.
A more detailed medical update on the pope’s condition is expected this evening.
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