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A tragic incident shocked the community of Jatibonico, in Sancti Spíritus, this Friday when a man diagnosed with schizophrenia threw his little niece from the fourth floor of a building.
Fortunately, the girl - named Nathaly - survived the fall and was urgently transferred to the Provincial Pediatric Hospital of Sancti Spíritus, where she is receiving medical care and is supposedly out of danger.
According to testimonies from close relatives, the young man, who suffers from schizophrenia, apparently lost control and acted impulsively.
They assure that the little girl is in stable condition, although she is still under intensive care while the doctors monitor her status.
Dozens of Cubans have mobilized on Facebook to provide support to the family and supply any necessary medication to save the minor.
The project "Saving Lives" has activated the phone number 56242693 for "anything that is needed."
For several years, patients with mental illnesses in Cuba have been suffering from a shortage of medications, and many families have reported that the situation could become unsustainable.
Recently, a case came to light of a woman who had to create a sort of cell in her home to manage her son with schizophrenia due to the lack of medication to assist him.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Mental Health Crisis in Cuba
What happened in the incident in Sancti Spíritus with the schizophrenic man?
The man, diagnosed with schizophrenia, threw his little niece from a fourth floor in Jatibonico, Sancti Spíritus. Fortunately, the girl survived the fall and is receiving medical attention at the Provincial Pediatric Hospital of Sancti Spíritus.
What is the situation of medications for mental illnesses in Cuba?
In Cuba, there is a critical shortage of medications to treat mental illnesses, which has led to unsustainable situations for many families. This lack of medication worsens patients' conditions and contributes to mental health crises in the population.
How is the community mobilizing to help the family of the girl in Sancti Spíritus?
Dozens of Cubans have mobilized through Facebook to support the girl's family. The "Saving Lives" project has set up a phone number to receive donations and any necessary assistance for the child's recovery.
What other situations related to schizophrenia have been reported in Cuba?
Several critical cases have been reported in Cuba due to the lack of medication for schizophrenia. Cases like that of a woman in Santiago de Cuba who had to build a cell in her home to control her son and that of a young man who escaped from a psychiatric hospital in Holguín highlight the severity of the situation. Entire families are facing enormous challenges in managing these conditions without the necessary resources.
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