Hospital staff bear witness to some of the most intense and dramatic situations, saving and losing lives are a daily occurrence for these everyday heroes. With such a physically and emotionally draining occupation, it must come as a great relief to experience moments of pure and simple joy such as this one, shared by Brazilian nurse Cris Mamprim.
The scene unfolded at Hospital Regional Alto Vale, in the southern state of Santa Catarina, Brazil. At 3 am on a Sunday morning Cris was doing her night rounds when a homeless man called César was admitted to receive medication for an ongoing illness he has been fighting. However, she soon came to realise that while César might be in a difficult place right now, he’s not short of friends.
A small group of four dogs were at the hospital door, waiting patiently for César with slightly concerned looks while he received his treatment. Cris was to discover that these loyal pups are well looked after by César, who often goes without a meal himself to make sure that his furry friends get food in their bellies. “They are all well taken care of and chubby,” Cris told The Dodo. “Seeing them like that, waiting at the door, only shows how much they are cared for and loved.”
As César began to recover, staff invited the dogs in so they could be by his side. They offered him a meal, which he of course shared with his buddies. “Believe me, he ate some and saved a bit to give the dogs later,” Cris said. Soon after, César was free to go, back to his daily fight for survival on the streets. However, he is not alone. The reciprocal love and care that he shares with his canine companions is sure to help keep them all safe out there, and is a heartwarming example of enduring kindness in a harsh, unforgiving world.
Image credits: Cris Mamprim
Image credits: Cris Mamprim
Image credits: Cris Mamprim
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