Pope Francis will visit the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome for bronchitis treatment, having experienced symptoms for several days and delegating tasks due to health concerns.
Pope Francis Admitted to Hospital for Bronchitis Treatment
Pope Francis Admitted to Hospital for Bronchitis Treatment
Pope Francis, aged 88, is set to undergo treatment for bronchitis at a Rome hospital following recent health complications.
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Pope Francis will be admitted to a Rome hospital to receive treatment and conduct tests for bronchitis, according to a statement from the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff is scheduled to arrive at the Gemelli hospital following his morning audiences on Friday. Recent reports indicate he has been exhibiting symptoms of bronchitis for several days now, which has led him to delegate various officials to read his prepared speeches during recent events.
The Vatican's brief announcement stated, "This morning, after his audiences, Pope Francis will be admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic for necessary diagnostic tests and to continue hospital treatment for his ongoing bronchitis."
Earlier this week, the Pope opted to ask a priest to read portions of his speech due to difficulties arising from his illness. "Let me ask the priest to continue to read, because I cannot yet, with my bronchitis. I hope that next time I can," he remarked shortly after starting the speech. He has also required aides to recite on his behalf during mass and at his general audience the previous Wednesday.
In light of his health issues, the Pope attempted to rest by conducting meetings at his Vatican residence last week. Notably, the Pope underwent treatment for bronchitis at the same hospital in March 2023, during which he spent three nights. In December of the same year, he was compelled to cancel his planned trip to the United Arab Emirates for the COP28 climate summit due to yet another health setback.
Throughout his nearly 12-year tenure leading the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis has confronted various health challenges, including a significant medical procedure at the age of 21, which involved the removal of part of one of his lungs.
Pope Francis will be admitted to a Rome hospital to receive treatment and conduct tests for bronchitis, according to a statement from the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff is scheduled to arrive at the Gemelli hospital following his morning audiences on Friday. Recent reports indicate he has been exhibiting symptoms of bronchitis for several days now, which has led him to delegate various officials to read his prepared speeches during recent events.
The Vatican's brief announcement stated, "This morning, after his audiences, Pope Francis will be admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic for necessary diagnostic tests and to continue hospital treatment for his ongoing bronchitis."
Earlier this week, the Pope opted to ask a priest to read portions of his speech due to difficulties arising from his illness. "Let me ask the priest to continue to read, because I cannot yet, with my bronchitis. I hope that next time I can," he remarked shortly after starting the speech. He has also required aides to recite on his behalf during mass and at his general audience the previous Wednesday.
In light of his health issues, the Pope attempted to rest by conducting meetings at his Vatican residence last week. Notably, the Pope underwent treatment for bronchitis at the same hospital in March 2023, during which he spent three nights. In December of the same year, he was compelled to cancel his planned trip to the United Arab Emirates for the COP28 climate summit due to yet another health setback.
Throughout his nearly 12-year tenure leading the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis has confronted various health challenges, including a significant medical procedure at the age of 21, which involved the removal of part of one of his lungs.
