By TWE News Desk
Pope Francis’s health has improved significantly, say his doctors, who had previously guarded his prognosis over the past three weeks following the illness that afflicted him on 14 February.
The Holy See Press Office, continuing its updates on the Pope’s health condition, stated on Tuesday that due to “improvements” observed in his health, his prognosis is no longer guarded – an indication that he is no longer at high risk of a relapse.
In the statement, the press office said “as confirmed’ considering all episodes recorded within the past days, a positive report of “both blood tests and clinical findings” shows the Pope’s good response to pharmacological therapy as well.
“However, given the complexity of the Pope’s clinical picture and the severe infection present at the time of hospitalization,” it further stated, “it will still be necessary to continue pharmacological treatment in a hospital setting for a period of time.”
Vatican News stated that the Holy Father continued his daily treatment routines, including physical therapy for respiration and mobility, followed by the Spiritual Exercises by the Roman Curia via video link. The statement added he also devoted substantial time to prayer.
Pope Francis also received the Eucharist and visited the chapel of his private apartment for prayer. The press office indicated that the 88 year pontiff also participated in the Roman Curia Spiritual Exercises both morning and afternoon, on Monday. This annual event was led by the Preacher of the Papal Household, Fr. Roberto Pasolini, OFM Cap.
Known for keeping abreast of global events, he “sent a telegram of prayers and closeness” to the government of Argentina for the ”deadly flooding” in the port city of Bahia Bianca and the nearby town of Cerri.
The Pope, who had suffered from double pneumonia and other critical relapses of respiratory infections, continues to receive prayers and Rosaries recited in St Peter’s Basilica, in Rome, and around the world for his recovery and healing.
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