Pope Francis continues to rest and receive medical care at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he has been undergoing treatment for double pneumonia since February 14.
The Holy See Press Office provided an update on the morning of March 6, reporting that the pope had another restful night and remains in stable condition.
"The night passed quietly; the pope is still resting," the Press Office stated, reassuring the public of the pope’s ongoing recovery.
On the evening of March 5, the Holy See Press Office issued a statement detailing the pope’s daily medical status.
"The Holy Father remained stable today without any episodes of respiratory insufficiency. He used supplemental, high-flow oxygenation as planned, and non-invasive mechanical ventilation will resume tonight, according to the statement.
The Vatican also noted that Pope Francis has increased his respiratory and motor physiotherapy, spending most of the day seated in his armchair.
"Given the complexity of the clinical situation, the prognosis remains guarded. This morning, in the private apartment on the 10th floor, the Holy Father participated in the rite of the blessing of the Sacred Ashes, which were imposed on him by the celebrant. He then received the Eucharist."
Despite his health challenges, Pope Francis remains engaged in pastoral activities. On Wednesday morning, he called Father Gabriel Romanelli, the parish priest of the Holy Family Church in Gaza, demonstrating his ongoing concern for those suffering amid conflict.
The Holy See reported that the pope alternated between periods of rest and work in the afternoon.
The medical team treating the pontiff reported that his pneumonia continues to evolve as expected under current treatment. "The pope actively cooperates with the prescribed therapies, and his mood remains good," they affirmed.
While the last two days have seen no critical developments, further evaluations will be necessary as he continues to recover.
The Vatican continues to monitor the pope’s condition closely, with updates expected as his recovery progresses.
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