Pope Francis was forced to slow down his busy schedule after he was diagnosed with a polymicrobial respiratory tract infection. He was admitted to Gemelli Hospital in fair condition after suffering from bronchitis for two weeks. His condition began to deteriorate, prompting his admittance to the hospital. 

In 1957, the Pope had the upper lobe of his right lung removed, making him prone to bronchitis. 

The Pope currently does not have a fever, indicating his immune system may be having trouble fighting off the infection. Despite this, he remains in good spirits and is receiving cards from pediatric cancer patients at the Gemelli Hospital.