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Pope Francis Hospitalized with Double Pneumonia for Three Weeks

Pope Francis records a heartfelt message from the hospital, thanking supporters amid concerns for his health after three weeks of hospitalization for double pneumonia.

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  1. Pope, weak yet stable, thanks well-wishers for prayers in audio message

    The pope has not been seen in public since entering hospital, his longest such absence since his papacy as head of the Catholic Church started 12 years ago.

    Pope, weak yet stable, thanks well-wishers for prayers in audio message

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  2. Pope Francis hits 3-week mark of hospitalization after giving world a sign of his frailty

    The infection progressed into a complex respiratory tract infection and double pneumonia that has sidelined Francis for the longest period of his 12-year papacy and raised questions about the future of his papacy.

    Pope Francis hits 3-week mark of hospitalization after giving world a sign of his frailty

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Mar 7th, 2025, 6:49 AM ET

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Pope Francis, 88, has spent three weeks hospitalized for double pneumonia, marking the longest absence of his papacy. He expressed gratitude to supporters in an emotional audio message, revealing his frail health. Despite stable condition reports, doctors remain cautious about his prognosis due to previous respiratory failure episodes. The world awaits further updates on the pontiff's recovery, as speculation swirls about his future, especially in light of past health struggles. His absence has sparked concern and reflection among the faithful during the Lent season.

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  • Pope Francis has been hospitalized for double pneumonia for three weeks, marking the longest absence from the papacy in his 12-year tenure, which raises concerns about his health and future leadership.

  • The Vatican provided updates on the Pope's stable condition and he recorded a heartfelt audio message thanking supporters for their prayers, despite his weak voice and labored breaths, displaying his frailty.

  • The absence of visual appearances has fueled speculation and conspiracy theories, particularly among critics, highlighting challenges related to communication during his hospitalization.

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