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Pope Francis had two episodes of 'acute respiratory insufficiency', Vatican says

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Posted on March 3, 2025

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VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia in hospital, suffered two episodes of "acute respiratory insufficiency" on Monday and required use of non-invasive, mechanical

Pope Francis Experiences Acute Respiratory Issues Amid Pneumonia Battle

VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis, battling double pneumonia in hospital, suffered two episodes of "acute respiratory insufficiency" on Monday and required use of non-invasive, mechanical ventilation, the Vatican said.

Francis has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for more than two weeks. He was admitted on February 14 with a severe respiratory infection that triggered other complications.

(Reporting by Joshua McElwee, editing by Alvise Armellini)

Key Takeaways

  • Pope Francis is battling double pneumonia.
  • He experienced acute respiratory insufficiency twice.
  • Non-invasive mechanical ventilation was required.
  • He has been hospitalized for over two weeks.
  • The Vatican provided updates on his condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What health issue is Pope Francis currently facing?
Pope Francis is battling double pneumonia and has suffered two episodes of acute respiratory insufficiency.
How long has Pope Francis been hospitalized?
He has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for more than two weeks, having been admitted on February 14.
What complications led to Pope Francis' hospitalization?
He was admitted with a severe respiratory infection that triggered other complications.

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