Pope Francis battling double pneumonia

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Pope Francis is in critical condition battling double pneumonia, but had a tranquil night and was alert after a respiratory crisis and blood transfusions. The Vatican described his condition as critical for the first time on Saturday, reporting that the 88-year-old Francis had needed supplemental oxygen and blood transfusions after a prolonged asthma-like respiratory crisis.

Key Points

  • Pope Francis had a tranquil night and was alert after a respiratory crisis and blood transfusions.
  • His condition is critical and he needed supplemental oxygen and blood transfusions.
  • The Vatican described his condition as complex due to the double pneumonia infection.

Pros

  • Pope Francis had a tranquil night and was alert after a respiratory crisis and blood transfusions.
  • He is receiving necessary medical care and treatment at Rome’s Gemelli hospital.

Cons

  • Pope Francis is in critical condition battling double pneumonia, which is a serious infection.