Pope Francis Hospitalized for Respiratory Infection in Rome

Due to a respiratory infection, Pope Francis is being treated in a hospital in Rome

The 85-year-old pope is receiving care at Gemelli Hospital, according to a statement from the Vatican, and is "in good condition."

The length of time the pope is anticipated to stay in the hospital was not specified in the statement.

Pope Francis has not before visited a hospital since taking office as head of the Catholic Church in 2013.

The pope has had a cough and a fever for a few days now, which are signs of a cold.

The pope has kept up with his duties, including seeing visitors and holding private audiences, despite his illness.

The pope has been an outspoken supporter of COVID-19 immunizations and has advised people all throughout the world to do so in order to protect both themselves and others.

 If further information becomes available, the Vatican has stated that it will continue to publish updates on the pope's health.