Pope Francis's Health Update Raises Questions About Long-Term Prognosis
Pope Francis, 88, has been in hospital for almost three weeks battling double pneumonia and is now in stable condition, doing some physical therapy. Despite his stable condition, the pontiff's prognosis remains "guarded," meaning he is not yet out of danger. The Vatican has continued to provide updates on the pope's health, including his respiratory physiotherapy and oxygen treatment.
- The fact that Pope Francis is doing physical therapy despite being 88 years old highlights the complexities of geriatric care and raises questions about what it means for a person of advanced age to recover from serious illness.
- What will be the implications of Pope Francis's prolonged hospitalization on the College of Cardinals and the Catholic Church as a whole, particularly if his health does not improve in the coming weeks?