Lenny Anthony Rodríguez Pérez, a child cancer patient in Camagüey, has undergone a remarkable transformation since an urgent appeal for help was launched in February 2024 to improve his situation.
Activist Guelmi Abdul shared on Facebook two images that show the amazing transformation of the boy, who now enjoys the joy and satisfaction of having his own home with his family.
“We managed to change the life of a person, of a family. You go from seeing a great storm to seeing a beautiful and lovely rainbow,” pointed out Abdul, who recalled that on February 24th, several people cried out for help for Anthony, as he was facing a precarious situation without adequate housing or the basic resources necessary for his treatment and well-being.
In addition, he emphasized that the boy is now “completely different, with a tremendous evolution,” after they were able, with the help of many people, to acquire a small house for Anthony.
Abdul highlighted in his post the dedication of Lena González Mendoza, who taught the child to make handmade bracelets, "which are his hobby, and also a financial help for his family."
"It is incredible what can be accomplished when you want to change someone's life," he noted and thanked all the people who helped that family.
In the comments section, the activist invited those who wish to continue helping Anthony's family to purchase their crafts, providing the contact information for his mother, Yusmerys Pérez Benítez, at +53 51827927, and the address at Calle Dolores Betancourt 294-altos, Reparto La Caridad, Camagüey, Cuba.
In July 2023, a Cuban activist asked for help to obtain the medication that Anthony needs, who is affected by a stage 4 nasopharyngeal tumor, with extension to the face and cervical skull and 80% vascularization.
Yamilka Lafita, who identifies herself on Facebook as Lara Crofs, explained that the little one needed the medication Avastin (Bevacizumab).
Lafita mentioned that "everything was getting better" with the child's illness, but without the medication "the pains and general discomfort returned."
Avastin helps prevent the formation of new blood vessels and is used for the treatment of many different types of cancer, according to specialized sites.
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