Family carries elderly man to Ceará doctor in hammock

A 63-year-old man in Ceará, Brazil, was carried in a hammock to a medical appointment due to mobility issues and difficult terrain. This occurred on Friday, highlighting the challenges faced by residents in accessing healthcare. Antônio Marques, who suffered a stroke in 2011, lives in a remote community with limited vehicle access. His family carried him to a waiting car, which then transported him to the hospital. The local government is now taking steps to improve road conditions. The community has long struggled with access to services, and residents are requesting home healthcare for vulnerable individuals. The local government stated that an ambulance was unavailable at the time due to another emergency.