Pope Francis returns to hospital for routine checkup: La Reppublica

Pope Francis returned on Tuesday 6 June to the Gemelli Hospital in Rome. undergo a preventive examination, according to the newspaper la republicwhich cites Vatican sources.

Francisco arrived at about 10:40 am and went to the University Polyclinic Aging Center to scheduled checks.

However, this information is still not officially confirmed the press service of the Vatican.

The 86-year-old pontiff was admitted to the hospital in late March due to bronchitis, which was treated with antibiotics. As a result, he was hospitalized for three days. Also, on May 26, Francisco had to cancel his schedule due to a fever, but he resumed his activities as usual the next day.

Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin dispelled speculation about the pope’s health, claiming he had a busy schedule the day before and that he was just tired.

Francis suffered an increase in health problems over the past year, from constant pain in his right knee to his recent hospitalization for bronchitis.

The episodes caused general concern and spurred speculation that he may decide to retire instead of remaining in office for life, a decision made by his predecessor, Benedict XVI.

(Europe Press)

Source: Aristegui Noticias

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