Pope Francis Triumphs Over Pneumonia: A Journey of Recovery
Pope Francis will be released from the hospital after a 38-day battle with pneumonia. Following his discharge, he will undergo two months of rest and rehabilitation at the Vatican to aid his recovery.

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Pope Francis is set to be discharged from the hospital on Sunday after a strenuous 38-day struggle with a life-threatening case of pneumonia in both lungs, according to his medical team.
Dr. Sergio Alfieri, the medical director at Gemelli Hospital, revealed that the 38-day hospitalization followed a worsening bout of bronchitis. Francis developed severe pneumonia, necessitating immediate medical intervention to save his life.
The Vatican has confirmed that while Pope Francis returns home, he will require a minimum of two months for rest and rehabilitation to ensure a full recovery.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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Pope Francis leaves Gemelli hospital after surviving life-threatening bout of pneumonia, heads home to Vatican, reports AP.