Lucrezia Ciotti The Vatican Press Office this evening, Tuesday 18 March, provides updates on the conditions of health di Pope Francesco, which show small improvements in his breathing and motor skills.
King Charles and Queen Camilla on official visit to Italy and the Vatican from 7 to 10 April
La visita ufficiale, la prima dopo l’incoronazione, si terrà dal 7 al 10 aprile prossimi e avrà tre tappe: Roma, il Vaticano e Ravenna.
Si tratta di un viaggio dal forte significato simbolico, che rafforza ulteriormente i legami tra Londra e Roma. Il sovrano, in qualità di capo di Stato, sarà il primo monarca britannico a intervenire in una sessione congiunta del Parlamento italiano e, come capo della Chiesa d’Inghilterra, avrà un incontro ufficiale in Vaticano.
King Charles and Queen Camilla's first official engagements are scheduled for April 8th. Vatican, although there are some uncertainties related to the health conditions of Pope Francis. According to the program, the sovereigns will be received in audience by the Pontiff and will subsequently take part in a ceremony in the Sistine Chapel on the theme of “care for creation”, a theme as dear to the Pope as to the monarch.
King Charles would have sent a letter to Pope Francis, expressing concern for his health and wishing him a speedy recovery.
How is Pope Francis? The latest news from the Holy See on his health
Last night, the Pontiff did not require mechanical ventilatory support. Although the situation remains stable, the the overall picture remains delicate. A new medical bulletin is expected for future around 19.
Doctors are gradually reducing the use of mechanical ventilation at night and high-flow oxygenation during the day, replacing them with oxygen administered through nasal cannulas. In the night last, therefore, Pope Francis he didn't use the mask: positive news, but one that should be taken with caution, as it does not mean that you will not need it in the coming days.
During the day, the Pope continued with drug therapy, motor and respiratory physiotherapy, carried out some work activities and dedicated time to prayer. He continues to follow the diet prescribed by doctors, which also includes solid food.