Pope Francis hospitalized in Rome due to bronchitis: details
17 february 2025 в 19:37
Pope Francis was hospitalized in a hospital in Rome, Italy, in February 2025 to fight an illness that caused concern worldwide due to his health. As the pope has been battling various ailments for many years, his supporters are seeking updates on his health condition.
This is not the first time Francis has been hospitalized. As many remember, the Argentine leader has been dealing with several health issues throughout his life, some of which have been related to his lungs.
Below is the information we know so far about Pope Francis' health and his hospitalization in 2025.
In February 2025, Pope Francis turned 88 years old, as he was born on December 17, 1936.
Pope Francis was hospitalized in a hospital in Rome after battling bronchitis for several weeks. The Vatican released a statement confirming this news. It said: «This morning, after the audiences, Pope Francis will be hospitalized at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic for necessary diagnostic tests and to continue treatment for bronchitis, which is still ongoing».
Just hours before being taken to the hospital, Francis was still holding audiences in the Vatican. His recent illness has caused concern among his supporters and Vatican staff.
On Monday, February 17, the Vatican provided an update on Pope Francis' health, stating that he is battling a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection. As a result, he will have to remain in the hospital for a «necessary» amount of time. The pope’s treatment plan will include a change in medication. To aid in his recovery, the Vatican also mentioned that he spent a calm weekend, and medical staff prescribed absolute rest.
However, by 2022, rumors resurfaced when Francis experienced knee problems that hindered him from performing some of his duties. As a result, he has been using a wheelchair and a cane since then.
The following year, Francis was hospitalized due to bronchitis. He returned to celebrate the Easter Vigil Mass approximately a week later. Pope Francis' hospitalization in 2025 was the second known instance where he required medical assistance to combat bronchitis.
According to CNN, the Argentine leader has been suffering from lung problems throughout his life. Francis had previously battled a severe bout of pneumonia, the agency reported
This is not the first time Francis has been hospitalized. As many remember, the Argentine leader has been dealing with several health issues throughout his life, some of which have been related to his lungs.
Below is the information we know so far about Pope Francis' health and his hospitalization in 2025.
In February 2025, Pope Francis turned 88 years old, as he was born on December 17, 1936.
Pope Francis was hospitalized in a hospital in Rome after battling bronchitis for several weeks. The Vatican released a statement confirming this news. It said: «This morning, after the audiences, Pope Francis will be hospitalized at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic for necessary diagnostic tests and to continue treatment for bronchitis, which is still ongoing».
Just hours before being taken to the hospital, Francis was still holding audiences in the Vatican. His recent illness has caused concern among his supporters and Vatican staff.
On Monday, February 17, the Vatican provided an update on Pope Francis' health, stating that he is battling a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection. As a result, he will have to remain in the hospital for a «necessary» amount of time. The pope’s treatment plan will include a change in medication. To aid in his recovery, the Vatican also mentioned that he spent a calm weekend, and medical staff prescribed absolute rest.
However, by 2022, rumors resurfaced when Francis experienced knee problems that hindered him from performing some of his duties. As a result, he has been using a wheelchair and a cane since then.
The following year, Francis was hospitalized due to bronchitis. He returned to celebrate the Easter Vigil Mass approximately a week later. Pope Francis' hospitalization in 2025 was the second known instance where he required medical assistance to combat bronchitis.
According to CNN, the Argentine leader has been suffering from lung problems throughout his life. Francis had previously battled a severe bout of pneumonia, the agency reported
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