Mom Who Battled Flesh-Eating Bacteria '1 Step Closer' to Being Home

Cindy Martinez, the Gwinnett County mother of two who has battled flesh-eating bacteria and its effects since May, continues to show a fighting attitude in her recovery, her husband said.

David Martinez began an update on Facebook Sunday with the following words:

“I’m happy to announce that Cindy is one step closer to recovery and being able to come home.”

He went on to say Cindy was in a rehabilitation center and eager to begin therapy. She is recovering from multiple amputations caused by the potentially deadly bacteria. In late June, she had parts of her legs, an arm and fingers of the remaining hand amputated.

“Cindy is excited and ready to begin therapy. It’s great to see her laugh and smile as she continues to have a fighting attitude,” David Martinez posted. “Cindy had not spent time with the kids for about seven weeks. It’s great to finally spend quality time together. We thank everyone for all the continued prayers and support.”

How Cindy contracted the bacteria hasn’t been determined. She has been battling it since at least late May, when she went to the emergency room complaining of shoulder pain.

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Meanwhile, community support for the family has continued in earnest. Donations on GoFundMe have grown to over $94,000, and several fundraisers have been held. You can also make a donation to:

Cindy and/or David Martinez

PO Box 148

Dacula, GA 30019

Hebron Baptist Church’s “Bring Home Cindy” raised $12,600 this past weekend as thousands attended, organizers said. The event included a raffle, vendors, food trucks, car show, kids activities and more.

“Food and Wine Pairing to Benefit Cindy Martinez,” held by the United Peachtree Corners Civic Association, raised $3,000 on July 30.

How you can help, stay updated

• GoFundMe: “Cindy Martinez Family Fund”
• Facebook: ”Support Cindy & David Martinez”

Photo: “Cindy Martinez Family Fund” GoFundMe