Actor Manuel Masalva Shows Signs of Improvement in Dubai Hospital After Severe Bacterial Infection
The 'Narcos: Mexico' star remains in a medically induced coma as his lungs respond to treatment, while his family seeks continued support for mounting medical costs.
- Manuel Masalva, known for his role in 'Narcos: Mexico,' contracted a rare and aggressive bacterial infection during a trip to the Philippines in March 2025.
- The infection severely impacted his lungs, leading to emergency surgery and his placement in a medically induced coma in Dubai on March 26.
- Doctors report that his lungs are now responding to antibiotics, with respirator usage reduced to 80%, marking a critical but stable condition.
- His family has launched a crowdfunding campaign to address the high costs of his treatment in Dubai, raising over 1 million pesos but continuing to seek additional support.
- Close friend Mario Morán has appealed for public assistance, emphasizing the financial strain of Masalva's care in a foreign country.
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