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Eliannis Ramírez, mother of Damir Ortiz Ramírez, a 10-year-old Cuban boy who arrived in Miami this week for specialized medical care, is hopeful for her son's recovery, who is "well cared for" at Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Miami.
"We rise with the most holy blessing of the Almighty and with more faith than ever. Thank you, God, for allowing us to arrive in this country. Thank you for all the people inside and outside of Cuba who made this possible," Eliannis expressed in a message of gratitude on her Facebook.
In her post, she displayed a sweater with the phrase "SOS Damir," reaffirming her gratitude to the community that rallied to save her son's life.
Damir, who suffers from neurofibromatosis type 1, acute leukemia, kidney damage, and other serious health issues, traveled to Miami on a medical flight funded by Cubans on the Island and in exile after overcoming numerous bureaucratic hurdles.
At this moment, the child remains stable despite the seriousness of his condition and is responding positively to medical treatments, according to activist Diasniurka Salcedo Verdecia.
"He is a very strong boy. God is going to perform a miracle for us, He decreed it in His name. Amen," Salcedo expressed on social media, asking everyone to continue praying for the health of the child.
Damir's mother also took the opportunity to attack the Cuban regime, which she accused of being responsible for the suffering of its people.
"Down with the murderous dictatorship, freedom for Cuba. I curse all those who have plunged my people into misery. Now Cuba really hurts me," he said with firmness and pain.
The boy arrived on Wednesday morning at Fort Lauderdale airport on a medical flight, and from there he was urgently taken to the children's hospital in Miami.
Hours later, Eliannis sent a message filled with emotion and gratitude to those who made it possible for her son to receive the care he needed.
"I want to say so many things that I can't. Right now, what I want is to talk, talk, and talk, so that Cuban mothers can open their eyes. Because this is another level, this is the greatest thing in the world," he stated to Telemundo 51.
Damir's relocation was made possible thanks to the mobilization of Cuban civil society, which raised funds and fought to overcome the obstacles imposed by both Cuban and U.S. authorities. This effort has allowed the child to now receive the specialized treatment that he could not obtain in Cuba.
The family, along with the activists, continues to ask for prayers and solidarity during this recovery process. Meanwhile, Eliannis remains steadfast in her faith in her son's healing, visibly moved by the support received and the possibility of a better future for Damir.
Frequently Asked Questions about the situation of Damir Ortiz and medical care in Cuba
How did Damir Ortiz manage to receive medical treatment in Miami?
Damir Ortiz was able to receive medical treatment in Miami thanks to the mobilization of Cuban civil society, which raised funds and overcame bureaucratic hurdles imposed in both Cuba and the United States. The Cuban community both on and off the island came together to ensure his transfer, allowing Damir to receive specialized medical care that was unavailable in Cuba.
What illnesses does Damir Ortiz suffer from?
Damir Ortiz, a 10-year-old Cuban boy, suffers from neurofibromatosis type 1, acute leukemia, and kidney damage, among other serious health issues. These conditions have necessitated urgent and specialized medical care that could not be adequately provided in Cuba.
What has been the role of the Cuban government in the case of Damir Ortiz?
The Cuban government has been criticized for its lack of resources and bureaucracy that prevented Damir Ortiz from receiving the necessary treatment on the island. Damir's mother, Eliannis Ramírez, denounced that the Cuban regime is responsible for the suffering of its people and faced multiple bureaucratic hurdles to obtain the necessary documentation for her son's transfer to the United States.
How has the Cuban community reacted to Damir's situation?
The Cuban community has shown great solidarity and support for Damir Ortiz and his family. A fundraising campaign was organized that successfully raised the necessary amount for his transfer via air ambulance, and pressure was applied on social media to overcome bureaucratic obstacles. Damir's story has become a symbol of the struggle of Cuban civil society for access to proper medical care.
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