Pope Francis stops using oxygen mask as condition improves, Vatican says
Briefly

Pope Francis is reportedly improving after spending five weeks in Rome's Gemelli Hospital for a severe respiratory infection. Currently, he no longer requires an oxygen mask and is on a regimen of respiratory physiotherapy and physical therapy. Doctors have confirmed that the infection is under control, with no fever and normal blood tests. While he has shown signs of progress, the Vatican has not provided a timeline for his discharge. Anticipation grows for his meeting with King Charles and Queen Camilla in early April.
The Vatican stated that Pope Francis is improving after five weeks in Gemelli Hospital, stating he no longer requires an oxygen mask to sleep.
Doctors believe Pope Francis's severe respiratory infection is under control, as the pontiff has shown improvements with normal blood tests and no fever.
With King Charles and Queen Camilla scheduled to meet Pope Francis in April, there is growing anticipation around his potential recovery and discharge from the hospital.
The pontiff's hospital stay includes both respiratory physiotherapy for his breathing issues and physical therapy for knee and back pain, amid previous lung complications.
Read at www.aljazeera.com
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