Pope Francis Hospitalized for Bronchitis Treatment, Vatican Announces

Pope Francis has been admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome for treatment of bronchitis and to undergo further medical examinations, the Vatican confirmed on Friday.

The 88-year-old Pope’s hospitalization has raised concerns about his health, as he has faced various medical challenges in recent years. The Vatican issued an official statement, explaining, “This morning, at the end of the audiences, Pope Francis will be admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic for some necessary diagnostic tests and to continue in a hospital setting treatment for bronchitis that is still ongoing.”

The Pope has had several hospital visits over the past few years, including undergoing abdominal surgery in 2023.