Pope Francis Shows Signs of Cough and Flu After Contact with Coronavirus Patients

The Daily Mail reports that Pope Francis' poor health has forced him to cancel some events at the Vatican. During a service held on February 26, some photos showed the Pope coughing and sneezing. However, the Vatican has not provided any detailed information about Pope Francis' illness.

Earlier, in St. Peter's Square, the Pope expressed solidarity with those affected by the coronavirus and the doctors treating them. On that day, the Pope not only shook people's hands but also kissed their heads as he walked through the crowd.

The Daily Mail also notes that Francis was scheduled to visit the Basilica of St. John Lateran and meet with the clergy of Rome to celebrate a liturgy during the Lenten season.

It is important to mention that the number of deaths worldwide from the coronavirus has reached 2,814, with 82,588 confirmed cases. In Italy, the number of infections has reached 528, with 14 deaths reported.