Pope Francis was hospitalized on February 14 due to severe breathing difficulties, later diagnosed with double pneumonia. His health has worsened, requiring blood transfusions and high-flow oxygen. Although the Vatican reported no immediate risk to his life, his status remains critical, with particular concern over his low platelet count and associated anaemia. Despite his condition, he continues to conduct some church duties. The pope's absence from public prayers for two consecutive Sundays marks a troubling sign regarding his health and the lack of a protocol in canon law for dealing with papal incapacity.
The Holy Father remains alert and has spent the day in a chair, though he is more unwell than yesterday, it added.
The Vatican announced that the pope would not appear in public on Sunday to lead prayer with pilgrims, the second consecutive week he will have missed the event.
Doctors had to administer a high flow of oxygen because of his breathing crisis, and the Holy Father's condition remains critical.
Double pneumonia is a serious infection that can inflame and scar both lungs, making it difficult to breathe.
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