A new caricature by Colombian artist Kevin Acosta, titled “Guerreros” (Warriors), is drawing attention to the challenges faced by individuals with hemophilia in accessing essential medications within the country’s healthcare system. Published in El Tiempo on February 16, 2026, the artwork reflects a growing concern over the crisis in healthcare access, according to Notiulti.com.
Acosta, a digital creator with over 4,950 followers on Facebook, frequently uses his work to comment on social and political issues in Colombia. His February 17, 2026, cartoon, as noted by El Tiempo, follows a series of other recent pieces addressing topics such as the struggles of the afrodescendent population and the financial pressures on businesses.
The caricature appears alongside news from El Espectador detailing ongoing issues within the Colombian judicial system, including the expulsion of Santoyo from the JEP, a case still awaiting resolution. Also featured on February 18, 2026, is a report on planned renovations at the Hospital San Juan de Dios, and a cultural piece on author Juan Gabriel Vásquez’s views on opinion journalism.
The focus on hemophilia in Acosta’s work comes as the healthcare system faces scrutiny regarding the availability of vital treatments. El Espectador published a story on February 17, 2026, about Kevin Acosta and a disease with which one can still ride a bicycle, suggesting a personal connection or broader interest in health-related issues.
As of February 18, 2026, no official statement has been released by the Colombian Ministry of Health regarding Acosta’s caricature or the specific concerns it raises. The situation remains unresolved, with no immediate plans for addressing the issues highlighted in the artwork publicly announced.
