Marcelina

Arcely is 50 years old and has 10 children. Unfortunately, one of her daughters who had special needs passed away. Aracely’s father was one of the longest-lived in the community. He passed away at the age of 107. Her mother is 75. Aracely comments that like most people in her family, it’s been 15 years…

Alberto is 77 years old that dedicated his entire life to agriculture. He also takes care of the cattle to survive. In the ’90s Alberto worked as a gardener for former president Calderón Sol (1994-1999) who at that time helped him get his prostate operation. All of his children emigrated to America in search of…

Rosa is 59 years old farm worker and a housewife. She suffers from the colon, arthritis,hypertension, and high triglycerides. She is also diabetic, further complicating her general health. Rosa just spent almost three weeks in bed with typhoid fever. In our examination, we found the remains of necrotic and infected teeth. She has spent 40…

Maria is 68 years old, retired woman. She lives on her own and is sometimes supported by community members in Palmarcito. She takes care of her little garden and maintains her home every day. Maria suffers from arthritis which is causing her problems when walking. High blood pressure and cataracts cause discomfort and vision strain,…

Maximilian is 68 years old. He suffers from arterial hypertension, diabetes, and pain inhis body due to arthritis, but that does not prevent his dedication to agriculture work he’s been doing thought his life. At the dental office, we diagnosed abundant bacterial plaque, gingivitis, and bleeding, some teeth fractured, and other necrotic or dead (root…

Dominga is a 67-year-old woman who has spent most of her life doing domestic work, working in the fields, and supporting her husband’s fishing career. She also cares for her 13-year-old granddaughter, who recently suffered a stroke. However, despite her commitment to others, Dominga has neglected her own health. She has been waiting for months…