Pope Francis has been hospitalized for three weeks due to double pneumonia, which led to global concern for his health. In a recent audio message recorded from Rome's Gemelli hospital and broadcast to supporters in St. Peter's Square, he expressed gratitude for their prayers. His doctors indicated he has a calm night and is in stable condition, but they maintain a cautious outlook regarding his recovery. This absence from public duties is unprecedented in his 12-year papacy, raising concerns among the faithful worldwide.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your prayers for my health from the square, I accompany you from here, the pope said.
Double pneumonia is a serious infection that can inflame and scar both lungs, making it difficult to breathe, prompting alarm across the globe.
The pope has not been seen in public since entering hospital, his longest absence since his papacy began 12 years ago.
The Vatican has been providing twice-daily updates on his health, one in the morning and in an evening medical bulletin.
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