Pope Francis Discharged from Hospital After Pneumonia Battle

Return to the Vatican

• 🇻🇦 Pope Francis returned to the Vatican after 38 days, making a surprise stop at his favorite basilica.
• 🏥 He was discharged from Rome's Gemelli hospital following a life-threatening bout of double pneumonia.

Health Status and Recovery

• 🗣️ The Pope appeared tired and frail, with a slightly bloated face, and spoke weakly, thanking those gathered.
• 🩺 Doctors reported that he faced two critical incidents during his hospital stay where his life was in danger.
• 💊 He has been prescribed two months of rest and rehabilitation at his Vatican residence, Casa Santa Marta.
• 🦠 While no longer having pneumonia, he still has a polymicrobial respiratory chest infection and is taking medication.

Ongoing Treatment and Precautions

• 🫁 He will continue with physical and respiratory physiotherapy and will use oxygen with nasal tubes as needed.
• 🚫 He has stopped non-mechanical ventilation at night but has been advised to avoid large crowds to prevent exposure to infections.
• 💪 Despite visible weakness and voice issues, doctors are confident in his continued improvement.