Two-month-old Dayana is the first child of her mother, who is a food vendor, and her father, who works in construction. She battles a condition called coarctation of the aorta. One of Dayana's major blood vessels connected to her heart is too narrow, this causes blood to back up into her heart, which can lead to heart failure. Fortunately there is a treatment than can cure her condition. During surgery, doctors will expand the aorta to allow blood to flow normally. She is scheduled for treatment on February 8th and our medical partner International Cardiac Alliance is helping her family to raise $1,500 to support the cost of care. Dayana's mother says, "We have been very afraid for our daughter's life ever since she was born, and so we are so glad to have this opportunity!"

Asuora is an eight-year-old student from Cambodia. She lives with her parents and three siblings in Kampong Speu province. Her parents sell beef at the local market. Drawing class is her favorite subject and she wants to become a nurse when she grows up. When she is not in school, Asuora enjoys riding her bicycle with her friends and eating fried eggs. Five years ago, Asuora burned her fingers on her left hand with hot water. Burn scar contractures have now developed, tightening the skin around her burned fingers. It is difficult to grasp objects and write. Thankfully, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), can help. On April 25th, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery so she can use her hand easily again. Asuora's family can contribute $100 but they need your help to raise $395 more to fund this procedure. Asuor'a father said, "I hope Asuora will have strong fingers after the operation and can use her hand in the future."

Romeo is a physically active father from the Philippines. Romeo currently lives with his wife since all their children already have their own families. They rely on Romeo's monthly pension which is just enough for their daily needs. Their children chip in for their expenses too but as a father, Romeo wants them to use the money for their own families instead of giving it to him and his wife. Romeo loves to play chess, jog, and play tennis. However, his symptoms now physically limit him. Last November, Romeo won a consolation prize of a sack of rice at a community raffle. When he lifted it, he felt pain but ignored it thinking about how happy his wife will be upon bringing home the prize. Since then, Romeo has dealt with inguinal hernia. This hernia causes him to feel weak and because of his condition, he cannot do physical activities like he used to. Fortunately, on February 16th, Romeo will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. A portion of the cost of Romeo's treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. Our medical partner is raising the remaining $1,103 to cover the cost of his surgery and care. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Romeo shared: "My pension will never be enough to pay for a surgery to treat me. So thank you very much for helping me even though I am already old."