Update on Emilio
A Texas judge has issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) to keep doctors from removing 17 month old Emilio Gonzales from the respirator that is keeping him alive. A guardian ad litem, who will represent Emilio’s interest, has also been assigned. There will be a hearing on April 19th, where both sides — Emilio’s mum, and her attorney, and the hospital and it’s attorneys –will present their information and views.
Meanwhile, the Texas state legislature is considering changing the futile care law, which is at the heart of this matter. Though 31 hospitals have refused to take on Emilio as a patient, his mother, Catarina, remains hopeful.
Keep on advocating, though, because once again, this reprieve is temporary. Thankfully, many advocates and activists are keeping Emilio’s story alive, and, and the story has now gone national. I will keep this precious little boy in my heart and my prayers.