Cautious relief as Pope Francis marks one month in hospital
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Pope Francis reaches hospital milestone as his treatment continues
- Pope Francis is showing gradual recovery after a month in hospital with double pneumonia.
- The 88-year-old pontiff has not been seen publicly since a general audience on February 12th, causing concern and speculation.
- Initial fears of imminent death have subsided as his condition has stabilised.
- The Pope's medical journey has been a rollercoaster, with setbacks including infections and respiratory crises.
- This is his longest hospitalisation, but John Paul II holds the record with 55 days.