Age: 44
female
Stacey Leilua is of Samoan, Maori and English heritage and based in New Zealand. Stacey performed as part of the ensemble cast of Tusiata Avia's Wild Dogs Under My Skirt, which won Production of the Year at the 2018 Wellington Theatre Awards.
Stacey Leilua
Ruby Graupera-Cassimiro
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In September 2014, Ruby Graupera-Cassimiro, a vibrant mother-to-be, entered Boca Raton Regional Hospital for what was expected to be a routine C-section. However, the joyous occasion turned into a nightmare when Ruby suffered a sudden and massive amniotic fluid embolism, a rare and often fatal complication during childbirth. This triggered a cardiac arrest, leaving her heart lifeless and unresponsive. For 3 excruciating hours, the medical team fought desperately to revive Ruby. Despite their exhaustive resuscitation, she had no pulse for 45 minutes. Her family, overwhelmed with grief, said their final goodbyes. It was unbelievably, horribly emotional. Her mother, sister, husband and her son came in all at the same time. They were screaming prayers and not ready for her to go. The grandmother was saying 'Take me instead. The doctors were ready to declare her deceased, something extraordinary happened, Ruby's heart started beating again, defying all medical expectations. After 45 minutes with no pulse, this miraculous revival left everyone in awe. Ruby emerged not only alive but also without any brain damage or long-term health issues. Her survival was a miracle, captivating people around the world. Everybody was left in awe of this remarkable event, which they attribute to the power of faith, determination, and something beyond human understanding. Ruby's story is a testament to connection of life and death. It serves as a hope, illustrating that miracles can and do happen.
