According to Monday evening’s update from the Vatican, Pope Francis is now using a high-flow oxygen therapy less frequently.
In addition, the swelling in his hand, seen in the photo taken and published on Sunday, has already improved according to the latest report.
The Vatican’s statement read:
“The Pope’s condition is stable with slight improvements thanks to respiratory and motor therapy.
He is using high-flow oxygen therapy with nasal cannulas less frequently and, at times, can do without oxygen therapy. At night, he uses non-invasive mechanical ventilation.
The swelling in his hand, seen in the photo taken and published yesterday, is due to reduced mobility, but it has already improved today.
The Pope spent the day in prayer, resting, and doing some work.
The next medical bulletin is scheduled for Wednesday. Tomorrow evening, the Press Office will provide journalists with some general updates, as it did today.”
This is a developing news story and will be updated as more information is available.
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