Daniel is a one-month-old baby boy from Tanzania, the second born in a family of two children. Both parents are involved with small-scale farming. They grow maize and beans, which they sell and also leave some for food for their family. They shared that they have a big challenge of cultivating enough due to elephants destroying their crops even before they are ready for harvest and also some seasons don’t get enough rain.
Daniel has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain and increases intracranial pressure. As a result of his condition, Daniel has been experiencing an increasing head circumference. Without treatment, Daniel will experience severe physical and developmental delays.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $765 to cover the cost of surgery for Daniel that will treat his hydrocephalus. The procedure is scheduled to take place on September 16th and will drain the excess fluid from Daniel’s brain. This will reduce intracranial pressure and greatly improve his quality of life. With proper treatment, Daniel will hopefully develop into a strong, healthy young boy.
Daniel’s mother says, “Please help correct our baby’s condition, we are unable to afford the treatment cost.”