**In a bid to tackle ongoing bronchitis, Pope Francis has been admitted to a Rome hospital, reigniting discussions surrounding his health as he continues a demanding schedule.**
**Pope Francis Hospitalized Again Due to Bronchitis Concerns**
**Pope Francis Hospitalized Again Due to Bronchitis Concerns**
**88-year-old pontiff seeks treatment as health issues resurface; Vatican updates on condition.**
Pope Francis was admitted to the Policlinico Agostino Gemelli hospital in Rome on Friday for treatment related to bronchitis, as reported by the Vatican. The 88-year-old pontiff's hospitalization comes amidst growing concerns about his health, which has been a point of attention for several years. The Vatican stated that the pope was receiving diagnostic tests and treatment in a “hospital environment” after holding his audiences earlier that morning.
In early February, the Vatican had announced the pope's bronchitis diagnosis, which led him to shift his audiences to the Casa Santa Marta, the Vatican guesthouse, instead of the traditional Apostolic Palace setting. Recently, the pontiff has faced increasing respiratory issues, necessitating aides to read his homilies during events in his absence.
Despite his health challenges, Pope Francis has maintained a busy schedule since the start of the 2025 Jubilee, a significant event in the Roman Catholic Church held every 25 years. He has been actively engaging with thousands of pilgrims attending the Jubilee, even celebrating a Mass outdoors due to overwhelming attendance last weekend at St. Peter’s Basilica.
The pope's recent hospital admission followed a series of meetings, including those with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico and CNN CEO Mark Thompson. Throughout his life, Francis has faced various health problems, including the removal of part of one lung during his youth, and more recently, two hospitalizations in 2023—one for bronchitis and another for abdominal surgery due to a hernia. Additionally, he has experienced several falls that resulted in injuries.
During his latest general audience, the pope acknowledged his health struggles, having to pause his remarks mid-speech to delegate to another reader due to bronchitis complaints. "With my bronchitis, I can’t; I hope I will be able to next time," he stated, showcasing the ongoing impact of his health on his papal duties.
Elisabetta Povoledo, a seasoned reporter based in Rome, continues to cover significant developments regarding the Vatican and its leaders.
In early February, the Vatican had announced the pope's bronchitis diagnosis, which led him to shift his audiences to the Casa Santa Marta, the Vatican guesthouse, instead of the traditional Apostolic Palace setting. Recently, the pontiff has faced increasing respiratory issues, necessitating aides to read his homilies during events in his absence.
Despite his health challenges, Pope Francis has maintained a busy schedule since the start of the 2025 Jubilee, a significant event in the Roman Catholic Church held every 25 years. He has been actively engaging with thousands of pilgrims attending the Jubilee, even celebrating a Mass outdoors due to overwhelming attendance last weekend at St. Peter’s Basilica.
The pope's recent hospital admission followed a series of meetings, including those with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico and CNN CEO Mark Thompson. Throughout his life, Francis has faced various health problems, including the removal of part of one lung during his youth, and more recently, two hospitalizations in 2023—one for bronchitis and another for abdominal surgery due to a hernia. Additionally, he has experienced several falls that resulted in injuries.
During his latest general audience, the pope acknowledged his health struggles, having to pause his remarks mid-speech to delegate to another reader due to bronchitis complaints. "With my bronchitis, I can’t; I hope I will be able to next time," he stated, showcasing the ongoing impact of his health on his papal duties.
Elisabetta Povoledo, a seasoned reporter based in Rome, continues to cover significant developments regarding the Vatican and its leaders.
