Pope Francis is reportedly in stable condition and responding well to treatment for pneumonia and a respiratory infection, according to updates from his medical team at Gemelli Hospital in Rome. While his condition is not considered life-threatening, the 88-year-old pontiff is anticipated to stay hospitalized for the remainder of the week.

Dr. Sergio Alfieri, along with the Pope's personal physician, Dr. Luigi Carbone, addressed reporters on Friday, marking the Pope's first week in the hospital. They confirmed that the Pope is receiving standard treatment for his condition, which includes supplemental oxygen and a robust drug regimen to combat the infection. The medical team clarified that the infection, a combination of bacterial and viral agents, is localized to the respiratory tract and has not spread to the bloodstream, alleviating concerns about sepsis.

Surgeon Sergio Alfieri, right, and head physician of the Vatican's health and hygiene office, Luigi Carbone speak on Friday, Feb. 21, in the entrance hall of Rome's Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic where Pope Francis is being treated. 

Candles with the pictures of Pope Francis are the laid under the statue of late Pope John Paul II outside Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome on Wednesday, Feb. 19, where the pontiff has been hospitalized since Friday, Feb. 14. 

The Vatican had previously reported a "slight improvement" in the Pope's health, noting stable heart function. Recent updates indicate further progress, with the Pope now able to get out of bed, eat breakfast, and engage in light activities. He was initially admitted to the hospital on February 14th due to worsening bronchitis.

Priests pray for Pope Francis outside the hospital in Rome where he is being held on Friday, Feb. 21.