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A Miami Cuban who had to go to the hospital after suffering a domestic accident reported that before receiving treatment, he was asked about his immigration status in the country.
Jimmy Roque Martínez, who is fortunately a U.S. citizen, felt outraged by the treatment he received in an emergency service, as they asked him about his situation before he was seen by the doctor.
"I was very upset and did not hesitate to express my outrage. I asked why they were asking that question and if that information was shared with immigration," she reported on her Facebook wall.
"The situation seemed not only absurd to me but also alarming. How many vulnerable individuals have gone through the same experience and felt afraid to seek medical care?" he questioned.
Roque described the healthcare system in the United States as a "disaster, caught in bureaucracy, high costs, and the politicization of basic rights".
In their opinion, President Trump's supporters endorse policies that promote discrimination and fear, which leads many undocumented individuals to avoid going to hospitals, out of fear of being identified or targeted, putting their lives at risk.
"The policies driven by DeSantis, Trump, and other Republican leaders continue to attack entire communities, prioritizing ideology over humanity. How much longer will this reality persist? Health is a right, not a privilege conditioned by a person's background or paperwork," he concluded.
In Cuba, Roque worked for the health system and became very critical of the situation that exists in the country due to the lack of medications.
As a Cuban LGBTI+ community activist, he suffered repression and was even violently detained along with his partner during the independent march against homophobia held in Havana in 2019.
Frequently asked questions about the situation of Cuban immigrants in Miami and the healthcare system in the U.S.
Why is immigration status questioned in hospitals in the U.S.?
The questioning of the immigration status in U.S. hospitals is due to policies aimed at verifying eligibility for certain medical services, although this raises concerns in immigrant communities, who fear that such information may be shared with immigration authorities.
What are the implications of the revocation of humanitarian parole for Cubans in the U.S.?
The revocation of humanitarian parole would mean that beneficiaries, who entered legally under this program, could be subjected to deportation processes, creating uncertainty and fear among Cuban families who have sought a fresh start in the United States.
What challenges do Cuban immigrants face regarding the healthcare system in the U.S.?
The Cuban immigrants face significant challenges in the U.S. healthcare system, such as high health insurance costs and lack of access to public benefits, particularly for seniors who do not automatically qualify for programs like Medicare or Medicaid.
How does migration uncertainty affect the Cuban community in Miami?
The migration uncertainty affects the Cuban community in Miami by instilling a fear of deportation, particularly in light of potential changes in immigration policies that could revoke provisional legal statuses and separate families that have sought stability in the United States.
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