Pope Francis skips climate conference due to health reasons
Pope Francis Forced to Skip Climate Conference Due to Health Problems
The highly anticipated climate conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, will be missing a key attendee this week – Pope Francis. The aging leader, who has been battling health issues, has been advised by doctors to avoid the conference, according to the Holy See press office.
Despite canceling several other engagements and delivering his homily virtually from the Vatican on Sunday, the pope had initially planned to attend the conference. However, the Vatican revealed that he is currently suffering from inflammation in his lungs and a mild flu.
“Although the Holy Father’s general clinical picture has improved with regard to his flu-like condition and inflammation of the respiratory tract, doctors have asked the Pope not to make the trip planned for the coming days to Dubai for the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change,” said Matteo Bruni, the director of the Holy See press office.
Over the weekend, Francis underwent tests at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, which fortunately showed no respiratory problems other than the mild flu.
This is not the first time the 86-year-old pontiff has faced health challenges. Earlier this year, he underwent hernia surgery, resulting in a weeklong hospital stay and limited public appearances during his recovery. He also spent three days in the hospital due to pneumonia or bronchitis.
Despite these setbacks, Pope Francis remains committed to his weekly meeting with the public, which is still scheduled to take place on Wednesday.
Why is Pope Francis unable to attend the climate conference in Dubai?
Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, will be noticeably absent from the much-anticipated climate conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, due to health issues. The Holy See press office announced that doctors have advised the pope against attending the conference, as he has been battling health problems recently.
Although the pope initially intended to attend the conference, he has had to cancel several other engagements and delivered his homily virtually from the Vatican on Sunday. The Vatican revealed that he is currently suffering from inflammation in his lungs and a mild flu. Matteo Bruni, the director of the Holy See press office, stated, “Although the Holy Father’s general clinical picture has improved with regard to his flu-like condition and inflammation of the respiratory tract, doctors have asked the Pope not to make the trip planned for the coming days to Dubai for the 28th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.”
Fortunately, tests conducted at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital over the weekend showed no respiratory problems other than the mild flu. However, this is not the first time that the 86-year-old pontiff has faced health challenges. Earlier this year, he underwent hernia surgery, leading to a weeklong hospital stay and limited public appearances during his recovery. He also spent three days in the hospital due to pneumonia or bronchitis.
Despite these setbacks, Pope Francis remains committed to his weekly meeting with the public, which is still scheduled to take place on Wednesday. His dedication to engaging with the public and addressing important global issues, such as climate change, is commendable and showcases his unwavering spirit.
The conference in Dubai, which Pope Francis will not be attending, has brought together world leaders and experts to discuss and take action on climate change. This event serves as a critical platform for discussions and negotiations surrounding the global response to the climate crisis. The pope’s absence will surely be felt, as his strong advocacy for environmental stewardship and climate justice has made him a prominent voice in these conversations.
Given his global influence and the moral authority he holds, Pope Francis’ absence is a loss for the conference. His presence and persuasive speeches have the power to inspire change and unite nations in the fight against climate change. Nonetheless, even from afar, the pope’s message and teachings on environmental sustainability will continue to resonate with his followers and contribute to the global dialogue on climate action.
It is our hope that Pope Francis makes a swift recovery from his health issues and returns to his mission of advocating for the protection of our planet and the well-being of all its inhabitants. As the world faces unprecedented environmental challenges, his presence and guidance are vital in fostering a collective response to address the urgent climate crisis.
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