The Holy See Press Office released an update on Pope Francis’ health as he continues treatment for a respiratory infection in hospital, assuring that he rested well and that his treatment is proceeding normally (Holy See Press Office, 2025).
“Pope Francis rested well during the night. His clinical condition is stable, and the diagnostic and therapeutic process prescribed by the medical staff continues. This morning, he received the Eucharist and followed the Holy Mass on television. In the afternoon, he alternated between reading and resting,” stated Holy See Press Office Director Matteo Bruni on Sunday afternoon (Holy See Press Office, 2025).
Pope Francis was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Hospital in Rome on Friday due to an ongoing bout of bronchitis. Following medical lab tests, his pharmacological therapy has been adjusted, and he has not experienced episodes of fever (Vatican News, 2025).
The Pope’s medical staff has ordered “complete rest” to aid his recovery. As a result, the special Jubilee Audience for Artists and the World of Culture was cancelled on Saturday. Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça, Prefect of the Dicastery for Culture and Education, celebrated Holy Mass on his behalf on Sunday morning (Catholic News Agency, 2025).
The text prepared by Pope Francis for the Sunday Angelus reflection was published by the Holy See Press Office as requested by the Holy Father (Holy See Press Office, 2025).
Sources:
- Holy See Press Office, February 16, 2025
- Vatican News, February 16, 2025
- Catholic News Agency, February 16, 2025
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