US EditionFrancis off mechanical ventilation entirely, signalling he’s overcome risks from respiratory crisis
- Pope Francis is no longer on mechanical ventilation, indicating an improvement in his breathing function after battling double pneumonia, according to the Vatican.
- Doctors describe his overall condition as complex and his prognosis as guarded, suggesting he is still not out of danger.
- Since February 14, Pope Francis has been hospitalized, resting and participating in Mass, while not appearing in public during this time.
- The latest update confirmed that the clinical conditions of the Holy Father remained stable throughout the day.
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Former St. Louis archbishop among possible pope candidates: Reports
ST. LOUIS - Last week, 88-year-old Pope Francis was experiencing medical concerns after developing pneumonia in both lungs, and it led to theories of if something were to happen, who could be the next pope? Many have speculated that in the list of candidates, one could be a St. Louisan, who would also be the first American pope if selected. So, who is he? Several outlets have speculated on 76-year-old Raymond Leo Burke--a former archbishop for t…
Pope Francis’ health ‘improves’: Breathes without mechanical ventilation and remains stable
ROME.- Pope Francis remained in stable condition and did not need mechanical ventilation on Sunday, the Vatican reported, an indication that he has overcome the possible complications of the respiratory crisis he had on Friday and that his respiratory function in general is improving while recovering from double pneumonia.The 88-year-old pontiff continued to receive supplementary high-flow oxygen after Friday's cough episode, which generated fea…
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