Woman Left Tetraplegic After Water Park Accident Speaks Out

Artur Nogueira Water Park Accident Leaves Woman Tetraplegic A tragic accident at a water park in Artur Nogueira, São Paulo, Brazil, on March 1st, 2025, left 39-year-old Denise da Silva Bezerra tetraplegic. A metal structure collapsed, striking Ms. Bezerra while she was at the park. She spent nearly 40 days hospitalized at Unicamp, receiving extensive treatment. In a recent interview, Ms. Bezerra stated, "I left the hospital tetraplegic, and they gave me six months to a year to see what I can recover. It was very serious, and they said it was a miracle I was alive." The family reports that while the park initially covered some expenses, support ceased after Ms. Bezerra's discharge. The incident raises concerns about safety regulations at water parks and the responsibility of park management in such circumstances. Ms. Bezerra's story highlights the challenges faced by individuals with spinal cord injuries and the importance of ongoing support for their recovery and rehabilitation. Despite her condition, she maintains hope for the future, expressing "a lot of faith in God that one day I will walk again."