Pope says he has bronchitis - Vatican. Pope Francis said Saturday that he is still under the weather after suffering flu-like symptoms for a week.
He spoke with a rough voice and frequently coughed. Despite not being well, the pontiff confirmed his engagements for the day, including an audience with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED © Copyright ANSA, 2013. All rights reserved. The pope said at a meeting to inaugurate the Vatican's judicial year. "I thank you all. I have prepared a speech, but you can hear I am unable to read it," he said.