Pope Francis' health continues to improve

Image: Vatican Media

Source: Vatican Media

The Vatican press office said on Friday, that Pope Francis is slowly getting better as he convalesces at Casa Santa Marta. They said his medical team have noted slight respiratory, mobility, and voice-related improvements.

Recent blood tests have also shown slight improvement in his pulmonary infection.

The Holy Father has been continuing his treatment and receiving mobility and respiratory-related physiotherapy.

He has required less supplemental oxygen. During the day, he continues with an ordinary administration of oxygen, while, at night, he continues with high-flow oxygenation with nasal cannulas as needed.

Pope Francis is continuing his work activities and is in good spirits, said the Press Office.

On Friday morning, the Holy Father followed the Lenten meditation held in the Vatican's Paul VI Hall, held by the Preacher of the Papal Household, Father Roberto Pasolini, OFM Cap, via video link.

On Wednesday, the Pope followed the Mass in St Peter's Basilica, presided over by Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the death of Saint John Paul II.

The Press Office said that the Angelus on Sunday may take place "in a different manner" compared to previous recent Sundays. An update will be provided on Saturday.