30/08/2026
We are knocking on your hearts tonight to ask for help for Ranrick Diaz, who is currently undergoing emergency surgery for a severe tonsil infection and abscess.
What began as a mild sore throat on Thursday rapidly escalated. By Friday dawn, Ranrick developed a high fever, and by Friday night, his temperature reached 40°C, causing him to suffer a convulsion. Since Thursday, he has been unable to properly eat, speak, or walk because of the severity of his pain and weakness.
Because of this medical emergency, we made the difficult decision to cancel this weekend's workshops and booth. We are deeply sorry to everyone who was looking forward to joining us, but Ranrick's health has to come first. No workshop is worth risking his life.
He was rushed to the emergency room the following Saturday morning and was given rounds of antibiotics and pain medication under medical supervision. Despite treatment, however, his condition continued to worsen. The infection has developed into a tonsillar abscess, and the swelling is now affecting his airways, making it increasingly difficult for him to breathe. If left untreated, a serious infection like this can spread beyond the throat and become life-threatening.
As of 7:00 PM on August 30, Ranrick is in the operating room undergoing emergency surgery. Because of the severity of his condition, there is also a possibility that he may require intensive care afterward. His condition has been described as severe, critical, and life-threatening.
For those who know Ranrick, you know how much he means to our community.
He is a beloved member of Karakoa Productions, an incredibly skilled craftsman, artist, advocate, and revivalist, the man behind Chibisaya and Hinagiban sa Kabisay-an, and a co-facilitator of our Precolonial Visayan Fashion in-person workshops. More than all of these things, he is a kind and generous person and a loving fiancé to Minxie Villaver, co-founder of Karakoa Productions.
Tonight, we are asking for your help.
The surgery, hospitalization, medications, and possible intensive care will bring unexpected and significant expenses. If you are in a position to donate, any amount, no matter how small, would mean so much to us. Every contribution adds up and can help ease the financial burden on Ranrick and his family during this frightening time.
If you cannot donate, please share this post. A share may reach someone who can help.
And most importantly, please keep Ranrick in your thoughts and prayers tonight. Pray for a successful surgery, for his infection to be brought under control, for his breathing to improve, and for a safe and speedy recovery.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.
Please help us get Ranrick through this.
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