{"id":2924,"date":"2025-04-22T21:14:03","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T21:14:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ivermectinhuma.com\/?p=2924"},"modified":"2025-04-22T21:14:32","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T21:14:32","slug":"the-official-cause-of-pope-francis-death-was-not-pneumonia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ivermectinhuma.com\/?p=2924","title":{"rendered":"The official cause of Pope Francis’ death was not pneumonia."},"content":{"rendered":"

Just 24 hours after the world was stunned by the sudden passing of Pope Francis, the Vatican has confirmed new information, while mourners continue to gather in St. Peter\u2019s Square \u2014 the very place he last appeared.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Vatican has officially reported that Pope Francis died from a cerebral stroke, which led to a coma and ultimately to what they described as \u201cirreversible cardiocirculatory collapse.\u201d<\/p>\n

As the news spread, grief poured into St. Peter\u2019s Square. Pilgrims stood in quiet reflection, holding rosaries and praying. One mourner draped in an Argentine flag paid tribute to the Pope\u2019s roots, while many stared at the empty balcony where he had last waved.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe meant so much,\u201d said Brigitte Thalhammer. \u201cI\u2019m heartbroken.\u201d<\/p>\n

When the rosary ended, the crowd responded with spontaneous applause \u2014 a final act of gratitude for the 88-year-old pontiff who had shaped the Catholic Church for over a decade.<\/p>\n

Pope Francis\u2019 death followed months of serious health issues that had sparked widespread concern. He had been hospitalized on February 14, 2025, at Rome\u2019s Gemelli Hospital with severe pneumonia in both lungs. His care involved high-flow oxygen during the day and non-invasive ventilation at night.<\/p>\n

Despite his condition, Francis stayed engaged with his duties. From his hospital room, he took part in the Roman Curia\u2019s Spiritual Exercises via video and celebrated the 12th anniversary of his papacy with a small cake brought by his medical team.<\/p>\n

Doctors described his condition as clinically stable, though complex. After 38 days in the hospital \u2014 a period during which his life was in jeopardy twice \u2014 he was discharged on March 23. He returned to Casa Santa Marta, the Vatican guesthouse where he lived, to continue recovering. He was advised to avoid public gatherings for two months, though his doctors remained hopeful about his full recovery.<\/p>\n

But on Easter Sunday, April 20, Pope Francis made one final appearance.<\/p>\n

Though he delegated the Easter Mass to Cardinal Angelo Comastri, he surprised everyone by emerging on the central balcony of St. Peter\u2019s Basilica. He blessed the massive crowd with a smile and words of peace \u2014 a striking image considering his fragile state just weeks before.<\/p>\n

His voice was clearer than it had been in prior public appearances. The crowd responded with cheers of \u201cViva il Papa!\u201d and \u201cBravo!\u201d as he waved gently, seated in a wheelchair. Aides surrounded him, one holding his microphone, as he delivered his blessing.<\/p>\n

Later that day, he even rode in the Popemobile around the square, blessing children and waving to the faithful \u2014 a moment that now carries added poignancy.<\/p>\n

Earlier on Easter, he had received a brief visit from U.S. Vice President JD Vance at his Vatican residence. The visit, intended as a holiday greeting, followed discussions with Vatican officials on immigration and global conflict \u2014 areas where he and the Pope had occasionally disagreed.<\/p>\n

Less than a day later, on the morning of April 21, the Vatican announced that Pope Francis had passed away at 7:35 a.m. in his residence at Casa Santa Marta.<\/p>\n

At 9:45 a.m., Cardinal Kevin Farrell formally shared the news. \u201cHis life was devoted entirely to the service of the Lord and His Church,\u201d Farrell said, visibly emotional. \u201cHe led with courage, compassion, and deep fidelity to the Gospel.\u201d<\/p>\n

On the evening of April 21, a traditional rite was performed at the Pope\u2019s residence, during which his death was officially certified, and his body was placed in a coffin inside the chapel. Cardinal Farrell oversaw the ceremony, which lasted under an hour.<\/p>\n

The papal apartments in the Apostolic Palace, as well as the Pope\u2019s living quarters at Casa Santa Marta, were sealed shortly afterward.<\/p>\n

The Vatican has since confirmed that the Pope\u2019s body will be moved to St. Peter\u2019s Basilica on April 23, allowing the faithful to pay their final respects. Funeral arrangements are expected to be finalized after the initial General Congregation of Cardinals.<\/p>\n

Social media has been flooded with tributes: \u201cHe is finally resting,\u201d one user wrote. Another commented, \u201cRest in peace, Pope Francis. You will be missed.\u201d<\/p>\n

Just days earlier, in early April, Pope Francis made another unexpected visit \u2014 this time to St. Peter\u2019s Basilica. A video shared by digital creator Jacob Stein (@cruxstationalis) showed the Pope, dressed informally in black pants and a striped wrap, being wheeled through the Basilica, oxygen cannula in place.<\/p>\n

It was a rare, intimate look at the Pope\u2019s frailty. He wasn\u2019t in papal vestments. He wasn\u2019t wearing his fisherman\u2019s ring. He appeared not as a global leader, but as a man grappling with illness \u2014 and still choosing to show up.<\/p>\n

The video sparked widespread discussion and mixed reactions. Some were touched by his humility, while others expressed confusion or concern over his non-traditional appearance.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe doesn\u2019t even look like himself,\u201d one person observed. \u201cHe\u2019s lost so much weight,\u201d said another.<\/p>\n

More reflective voices speculated on the symbolism: \u201cIt\u2019s like the Church is slowly being dismantled,\u201d someone mused.<\/p>\n

But beyond the speculation, one truth stood out clearly: Pope Francis, to the very end, allowed himself to be seen \u2014 not as an untouchable figure, but as a vulnerable human being, bearing his suffering with dignity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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