The papal security corps members, who are praying for the Pope, have not left their posts, though papal events are not currently taking place.

A weak and breathless Pope Francis has issued his first-ever audio message for the people from a hospital bed.According to Associated Press, Frances recorded a special message to extend his gratitude for the people for their prayers for

Pope Francis is showing a "good response" to his treatment in hospital for double pneumonia and his overall condition is gradually improving, the Vatican said on Saturday. Francis, 88, has been in Rome's Gemelli hospital for more than three weeks with a severe respiratory infection that has required continuously evolving treatment.