
ROME (AP) — The Vatican says Pope Francis slept peacefully and ate breakfast after developing pneumonia in both his lungs. An early update Wednesday came from the Vatican spokesman. The Vatican said late Tuesday that Francis’ respiratory infection also involves asthmatic bronchitis, which required the use of cortisone antibiotic treatment. “Laboratory tests, chest X-ray, and the Holy Father’s clinical condition continue to present a complex picture,” the Vatican said. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said in a late update that the pope is in good spirits and is grateful for the prayers for his recovery,