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Doctors note improvement in the pope's condition, but they still say their prognosis is "guarded." But Pope Francis, in a written statement, reflects on the "blessing" of having to trust in the Lord.

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Pope Francis' doctors say they want to see a few more days of improvement before they will lift their "guarded" prognosis, but signs are positive

Notably, the Vatican's evening bulletin did not describe the pope's condition as "critical," as it had each day since Feb. 22, but said his "prognosis remains guarded

Pope Francis continues to be treated for double pneumonia at Rome's Gemelli hospital where many people gathered to pray for him today

Pope Francis will remain hospitalized with double pneumonia for at least another week, with doctors closely monitoring his condition. While his life is not in immediate danger, serious risks remain due to his age, chronic lung issues and the severity of the infection.

Pope Francis, diagnosed with double pneumonia, remains in Rome's Gemelli hospital where the Italian prime minister visited him

He has been hospitalized since Feb. 14, and was diagnosed with what is commonly called double pneumonia. His doctors said they have again adjusted the drug regime they are using to treat him.

He served in ministry in the Diocese of Sacramento for more than 31 years in Placerville and Lincoln parishes