Feb 17 • 10:40 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Alberto Samid was hospitalized in Punta del Este due to a blood virus

Alberto Samid has been admitted to a hospital in Punta del Este for a serious blood virus following an initial urinary infection diagnosis.

Alberto Samid, an Argentine businessman known as 'El Rey de la Carne', has been hospitalized in Punta del Este, Uruguay, due to complications from a blood virus. His wife, Marisa Scarafía, announced on social media that the situation worsened after he was initially admitted for a urinary infection. The medical team at Hospital Cantegril detected a serious virus in his bloodstream, indicating low levels of critical blood components like platelets and white blood cells.

Scarafía expressed concerns about her husband's health, emphasizing the urgency of the situation as medical professionals are still trying to identify the specific virus troubling him. The family is reportedly seeking immediate transfer to Buenos Aires for further treatment, highlighting the severity of Samid's condition. Given his notable status in Argentina, this incident has drawn public attention, leading many to express their concern and support through social media platforms.

The case not only sheds light on the health struggles faced by prominent figures but also raises questions about the healthcare response in such emergencies. As 'El Rey de la Carne' is widely recognized for his influence in the meat industry, this hospitalization could have implications beyond his immediate recovery, possibly affecting business operations and public perception amidst growing health concerns in Argentina.

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