Pope Francis Battles Lung Inflammation, Continues Duties

Despite health concerns, the Pope plans to attend the UN climate change conference in Dubai.

Pope Francis is receiving antibiotics intravenously to treat lung inflammation, causing some respiratory difficulties.
The Pope's condition is described as 'good and stable' with no fever and his respiratory situation is improving.
Some of the Pope's important engagements have been postponed to aid his recovery, while others of institutional character or easier to maintain have been maintained.
Despite his health condition, Pope Francis indicated he would proceed with a three-day trip to the United Arab Emirates to deliver a speech on climate change at the upcoming United Nations COP28 climate talks.
The Pope's health has been a concern this year, with two hospital treatments for pneumonia and a hernia.