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Pope Francis is hospitalized, diagnosed with a respiratory infection

Pope Francis is hospitalized, diagnosed with a respiratory infection

Pope Francis will be hospitalized for several days for treatment of a respiratory infection, the Vatican said on Wednesday.

" In recent days Pope Francis, 86, complained of breathing difficulties and this afternoon he went to the Policlinico A. Gemelli for some medical checks ," Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said in a statement, referring to the Rome hospital that traditionally treats popes. .

"Their result showed a respiratory infection (excluding Covid-19 infection) that will require several days of appropriate hospital medical treatment ," Bruni said on Wednesday.

He added: "Pope Francis has been touched by the many messages received and expresses his gratitude for the closeness and prayer."

 

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