According to information received from the representative of the Vatican, Blessed Pope Francis was delivered to the hospital on Friday morning for a routine checkup.
Blessed Pope was transferred to a medical facility for a regular medical examination. According to the representative of the Vatican, the Pope's delivery to the hospital was planned and was not caused by any specific incidents. "I ask you to pray for him, so that he continues to work with strength of spirit, faith, and hope for the Church and all humanity," noted the representative of the Holy See.