Pope Francis' Health Update

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Pope Francis is responding well to treatment for double pneumonia and showing gradual improvement while in the hospital. Doctors report stable condition but prognosis remains guarded.

Key Points

  • Francis, 88, was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Feb. 14 for double pneumonia
  • This is the fourth Sunday in a row that the pope will not appear for his weekly noon blessing
  • Pope Francis has chronic lung disease and had part of one lung removed when younger

Pros

  • Pope Francis is responding well to treatment for double pneumonia
  • Doctors report stable condition and good response to therapy

Cons

  • Pope Francis remains in the hospital for recovery
  • Prognosis is guarded, indicating he is not yet out of danger