Francis has suffered from influenza and related problems several times in the past two years. He also had surgery in 2021 to address a painful condition called diverticulitis, and again in 2023 to ...

“This morning, due to a fall at the Casa Santa Marta, Pope Francis suffered a contusion to his right forearm, without fracture. The arm was immobilized as a precautionary measure,” the statement said.

Pope Francis, 88, experienced another fall, injuring his right forearm, although no fractures were sustained. This incident follows a previous fall in December that resulted in a chin injury.