In a miraculous turn of events, nine-year-old Helinzzon Paneque, who was critically injured in a gas cylinder explosion at his home in Havana earlier this year, has been discharged from the hospital. His mother, Suelen Chacón, shared the heartening news on Tuesday. Despite sustaining severe burns in the accident, which claimed the life of his six-year-old sister, Elinzzanith Paneque, Helinzzon has made a remarkable recovery.
The explosion, which occurred at the beginning of the year, left the family in mourning after Elinzzanith succumbed to her injuries on January 6. In an emotional post on Facebook, Chacón expressed her mixed emotions, describing the moment as bittersweet. "Hello everyone, I want to share this moment filled with sadness and joy," she wrote, acknowledging the support she received during her son's hospitalization at the Juan Manuel Márquez Pediatric Hospital in Havana.
Chacón revealed that her son is on the mend, though still recovering physically. "He has improved a lot, although he still doesn't walk very straight, but it's step by step," she noted. Tragically, Chacón entered the hospital with two children but left with only one. While she did not specify who the other deceased was, her words suggest it may have been the children's grandfather.
"Thank God, because amidst so much anguish, I have reasons to persevere, although nothing will be the same," she reflected. "I will always proudly say I'm a mother of six children who had an extraordinary grandfather without boundaries of affection."
Chacón also extended her gratitude to two individuals, Maripili and Penélope, as well as the Aliento de Vida project and its supporters, who provided invaluable assistance. Earlier this month, the family faced unimaginable hardship when both children were hospitalized in critical condition due to a domestic accident. Elinzzanith's passing left her mother heartbroken.
In a poignant message, Chacón wrote, "A mother can have 20 children, but if just one is missing, it feels like the world crumbles." Nonetheless, determined by faith, she vowed to fight for her son, who was still battling the aftermath of the incident. Thankfully, Helinzzon's condition improved, allowing him to return home on Monday.
The family received material support through the Aliento de Vida project, which spearheaded a humanitarian campaign to gather essential items for the children's recovery and to help the family cope with the challenging aftermath of the tragedy.
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What happened to Helinzzon Paneque?
Helinzzon Paneque was severely injured in a gas cylinder explosion at his home in Havana. He has since been released from the hospital after a remarkable recovery.
How did the accident affect the family?
The explosion resulted in the tragic death of Helinzzon's sister, Elinzzanith Paneque. The family has been coping with the loss and the challenges following the accident.
Who supported the family after the accident?
The family received support from the Aliento de Vida project and its sponsors, as well as individuals who contributed to a humanitarian campaign to provide essential items for recovery.