Detainee José, suffering from colon cancer, reports worsening symptoms and lack of medical treatment at the Otay Mesa Detention Center, highlighting systemic issues within ICE. Despite CoreCivic's assurances of monitored care, community groups allege ongoing medical neglect, citing multiple cases of detainees not receiving necessary healthcare. This situation underscores broader concerns regarding the treatment of individuals in immigration detention, especially in light of past complaints against the facility regarding inhumane care and inadequate medical attention, raising alarm about immigrant treatment policies in the U.S.
"They've ignored all the times I've been bleeding," José said in Spanish, expressing his desperate plea for medical treatment amidst worsening symptoms of colon cancer."
"All known medical issues are being addressed, including an upcoming appointment," said Brian Todd, emphasizing CoreCivic's commitment to meeting medical needs."
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