Pope Francis is in stable condition but ‘risk of crisis’ remains, Vatican sources say
Pope Francis, hospitalized with double pneumonia in February 2025, was in critical condition after a respiratory crisis before the Vatican said his condition had stabilized, though his prognosis remained guarded.

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3 developments- Feb 23, 2025Pope Francis, in Critical Condition, Is ‘Resting’ in Hospital, Vatican Says
- Feb 25, 2025Pope Francis shows improvement but remains in critical condition, Vatican says
- Feb 27, 2025Vatican says Pope Francis continues to improve but his prognosis remains guarded
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Quiet for 579 daysLast development · Feb 27, 2025 — Vatican says Pope Francis continues to improve but his prognosis remains guarded
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Pope Francis is still in critical condition, but he had another 'restful night'
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4 viewpointsPope Francis' condition continues to improve as he receives oxygen therapy: Vatican