Pope Francis remains in critical condition, but as of yesterday evening, he hasn’t experienced any more respiratory crises, according to the Vatican.
“The Holy Father remains alert and well-oriented,” the Vatican said in a statement.
“The complexity of the clinical situation and the necessary time for the pharmacological treatments to show results require that the prognosis remain guarded.”
On Sunday, the Pope also released a statement where he reflects on his health, the wars in Ukraine and Palestine, and thanks the community for their support.
“On my part, I am confidently continuing my hospitalisation at the Gemelli Hospital, carrying on with the necessary treatment; and rest is also part of the therapy,” he said.
“As I reiterate my closeness to the suffering Ukrainian people, I invite you to remember the victims of all armed conflicts, and to pray for the gift of peace in Palestine, Israel and throughout the Middle East, Myanmar, Kivu and Sudan.”
This comes after the Pope was transferred to hospital days ago with pneumonia in both lungs and viral and fungal infections according to doctors.
The 88-year-old has received blood transfusions following tests that indicated a condition associated with anemia, according to the Associated Press and that he is expected to stay in hospital for the next week.
On Friday, the Pope's team said while his condition is no longer life-threatening, he is not yet out of danger”.
Doctors said that their primary concern with the Pope’s health is the onset of sepsis from the onset of pneumonia complications, though he is yet to show any signs.
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