Pope Francis' clinical condition is stable after being hospitalized at the Gemelli for more than a month owing to bilateral pneumonia. This was reported last night by the Holy See Press Office, explaining that respiratory and motor physiotherapy is showing slight progress. Oxygenation is also less intense, and there are brief moments during the day when he can remain without oxygen. A photograph of the pontiff in a wheelchair, taken from the side, was published for the first time two days ago. The photo shows no oxygen nose pads and a minor swelling in the hand. This, it was explained, is also linked to the Pope’s reduced mobility. Yet, the swelling is getting better. Today, no medical bulletin is expected, which will instead return on Wednesday. Yesterday, the Pope spent the day in prayer, rest, and some work. Meanwhile, the resignation of Bishop Dennis J. Sullivan from the pastoral governance of the Diocese of Camden, USA, was announced. Mons. Joseph A. Williams, who had previously served as Coadjutor Bishop of the same diocese, will succeed him. Papal audiences are suspended until the Pontiff is present, while he awaits a date for the Consistory for the canonization of two new saints. Meanwhile, yesterday evening, Card. Dominique Mamberti, Prefect of the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura, led a Rosary prayer in St. Peter's Square for the pontiff's health.
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