Rushoroza Hospital

Joanita is a 25-year-old first-time expectant mother from Kabale District in Uganda. She and her husband are looking forward to becoming parents, and have tried to ensure that she's had a safe pregnancy. Joanita is a home maker while her husband works as a local radio presenter, the family's breadwinner. Although he works diligently, his earnings are often insufficient to meet the family's daily needs, rent, and outstanding loans. Throughout her pregnancy, Joanita remained committed to safeguarding her health and that of her unborn baby. She faithfully attended all her scheduled antenatal care visits at Rushoroza Hospital, where she received comprehensive maternal healthcare, including routine examinations, laboratory investigations, nutritional counselling, health education, and close monitoring of her pregnancy. Her pregnancy progressed well until the later weeks, when healthcare providers discovered that her baby was lying in a transverse position, which is when the baby lies across the uterus instead of in the normal head-down position. The medical team recommended an elective caesarean section as the safest method of delivery, to ensure the safety of Joanita and her baby. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Joanita undergo a C-Section on July 23rd. This procedure will cost $214, and Joanita needs your support. She says, "My husband and I have prayed and waited for this child with so much hope. We have done everything we could to protect this pregnancy, but today we cannot afford the surgery that will safely bring our baby into the world. I humbly seek your support, so I may safely hold my first child in my arms and begin motherhood with hope instead of fear. Your kindness will forever remain a blessing to our family."

Rashidah is a 26-year-old single mother of two children from Gomba District in Uganda. She is the sole provider for her family, and earns a living through small-scale farming. Rashidah and her children live in a modest one-room mud house, and the little income she earns is only sufficient to meet their basic daily needs, leaving no savings for specialised medical care. About two years ago, Rashidah noticed a swelling on the front of her neck. Over time, the swelling has progressively increased in size and has brought on troubling symptoms including persistent headaches, difficulty carrying heavy loads, and discomfort due to pressure on her airway making it difficult to breathe comfortably and perform her routine farming activities. Rashidah first sought medical care at a hospital close to her home. Although she was evaluated, she was unable to receive the required treatment because she could not afford the medical expenses. With no other option, she returned home discouraged and uncertain about her future. While travelling back from Gombe Hospital, Rashidah met a former beneficiary of the Watsi program, who encouraged her to seek specialised treatment at the hospital. Determined, Rashidah gathered all her savings and embarked on the long journey to Rushoroza Hospital. She travelled for over 10 hours by public transport, crossing over 15 districts before reaching the hospital in search of hope and healing. Upon arrival, Rashidah was warmly received by the medical team, and underwent thorough clinical assessments and investigations. She was diagnosed with a goitre, an enlargement of the thyroid gland. The attending surgeon recommended a thyroidectomy as the definitive treatment. Unfortunately, Rashidah is unable to afford the cost of the recommended surgery. As a single mother surviving on subsistence farming, she has exhausted all her available resources simply reaching the hospital. She has no health insurance, no stable income, and no family financial support to enable her to undergo surgery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Rashidah receive treatment. On July 23rd, she is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $333, and she and her family need help raising the funds. Rashidah says, "Every day, I worry that the swelling in my neck will continue to grow and make it harder for me to breathe and care for my children. I travelled many hours with the little money I had because I believed there was still hope. I humbly ask for your support to help me receive this surgery, regain my health, and continue raising my children. Your kindness will give my family a new beginning."

Kellen is a 66-year-old widow from Uganda. She is a small-scale farmer who has spent most of her life cultivating crops to earn a living. For the past 20 years, Kellen has been experiencing persistent lower abdominal pain that has gradually worsened over time. The pain has made it increasingly difficult for her to carry out routine farming activities such as digging, bending, lifting, and walking long distances. As a result, her productivity has declined significantly, making it harder for her to sustain herself. She has been diagnosed with symptomatic uterine fibroids. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Without the surgery, she is likely to continue living with chronic pain, further limiting her ability to work and care for herself. This life-changing intervention would relieve her pain, restore her health and dignity, and allow her to continue living a more comfortable and productive life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $319 to fund Kellen's surgery scheduled for July 1st. Once recovered, Kellen will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Kellen says, "For many years, I have lived with constant pain, moving from one health center to another without finding a solution. I had almost lost hope until I was advised to come to Rushoroza Hospital. I now believe that God has opened a door for me. I humbly pray that I may be considered for support to undergo this surgery. Your kindness will give me relief from the pain I have endured for so many years and allow me to live the rest of my life in better health and dignity."

Joventa is a 43-year-old widow from Uganda, and mother of three children. To support her household, she practices subsistence farming, producing food mainly for family consumption and occasionally selling surplus harvests to earn a modest income. Joventa and her children live in a modest rural home and struggle daily to make ends meet. Her greatest wish is to remain healthy so that she can continue caring for them and supporting their education and wellbeing. About fifteen years ago, Joventa noticed a growth in a sensitive area that prompted her to seek medical attention from a local health center. However, due to limited specialized services at the center, she did not receive definitive treatment and continued living with the condition. Over the years, the growth has persisted, and about five months ago, her condition worsened. She is experiencing increasing pain and discomfort which has began affecting her daily activities. Joventa recently came to our medical partner's care cetner, Rushoroza Hospital where she was evaluated, and a mass excision surgery was recommended. While the proposed treatment offers hope for relief, recovery, and restoration of her health, Joventa's limited income cannot afford the treatment costs. Without timely surgical intervention, her condition may continue to worsen, causing further pain and complications that could affect her ability to care for her children and earn a livelihood. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. Joventa is scheduled for mass excision surgery on July 1st at Rushoroza Hospital. Now, Joventa needs help to raise $134 to fund this procedure. Joventa says, "My children are my strength, and my reason to keep fighting. With your support, I can receive treatment, regain my health, and continue being there for them."

Speriya is a 43-year-old woman and a devoted mother of three children from Uganda. She and her husband engage in small-scale farming to meet their family's basic needs. Four years ago, Speriya developed an umbilical hernia. The condition has significantly affected her quality of life and her ability to support her family. She is in constant pain and discomfort, making everyday tasks challenging. Fortunately, on July 3rd, she will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $170 to fund Speriya's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow her to live more comfortably and confidently. Siperiya says, "I have lived with this pain for a long time, and every day it becomes harder to care for my children and work in the garden. I have searched for treatment in many places without success. Today, I humbly ask for your support so that I can receive this surgery, regain my health, and continue providing for my family. Your kindness will give me a second chance at life. May God richly bless everyone who stands with me."

Collins is a 19-year-old secondary school student from Uganda. He is hardworking, determined, and has big dreams. He looks forward to completing his education despite the many financial challenges his family faces. In his free time, Collins enjoys spending time with his friends and participating in school activities. About four weeks ago, Collins began experiencing an on-and-off swelling in his belly button area. At first, the swelling would appear and disappear, so he hoped it was nothing serious. But as the days went by, it became increasingly painful, especially whenever he walked long distances, carried heavy objects, or engaged in normal daily activities. The discomfort gradually began affecting his concentration in class and limiting his ability to participate fully in school. Concerned about his worsening condition, one of his teachers, a former beneficiary of the Watsi program, encouraged him to seek medical attention at Rushoroza Hospital. Collins made the journey to the hospital and underwent a thorough clinical examination and investigations, including an ultrasound scan. He was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia, which occurs due to a weak spot in the abdominal wall. Collins needs to undergo repair surgery, without which serious complications could occur, including the risk of the intestine becoming trapped or its blood supply being cut off, which is life-threatening. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Collins undergo treatment. On July 13th, he is scheduled for hernia repair surgery at Rushoroza Hospital. Now, Collins's family needs help to fund this $170 procedure. Collins says, "I never imagined that a small swelling would become such a big challenge in my life. The pain has made it difficult to concentrate on my studies, and I worry that it could become worse at any time. I am grateful that my teacher referred me to Rushoroza Hospital, where I finally learned what was causing my problem. My greatest prayer is to undergo this surgery so I can recover, return to school, and continue pursuing my education without fear or pain."

Immaculate is a 45-year-old woman, and a loving mother of two children from Uganda. She has spent most of her adult life working hard to provide for her family, despite many challenges life has presented. Born as the seventh and last child in a family of seven siblings, Immaculate completed Senior 6, but was unable to continue with higher education due to financial limitations. Unable to secure employment, she turned to small-scale farming and other casual work to help support her family. For about three years, Immaculate has been experiencing gynecological symptoms including persistent lower abdominal pain, which she initially dismissed as ordinary fatigue from the demanding physical work she did each day. However, the pain gradually became more severe and was accompanied by heavy and prolonged bleeding. What had once been occasional discomfort soon developed into a daily struggle that affected every aspect of her life. As the months passed, the symptoms worsened. The constant pain and bleeding left her weak and exhausted, making it increasingly difficult to carry out household chores, tend to her farm, or care for her family Determined to find relief, Immaculate sought medical attention at nearby health facilities, hoping that medication would solve the problem. However, her symptoms persisted, and her condition continued to deteriorate. She was eventually referred for further investigations at our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, where medical examinations were done. She has been diagnosed with large uterine fibroids, which are non-cancerous tumors that grow in the uterus. If left untreated, they could continue to grow, worsen her symptoms, and lead to serious complications such as chronic anemia from continuous blood loss. Doctors have recommended a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy as the most appropriate and definitive treatment. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $319 to fund Immaculate's surgery. On July 13th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at Rushoroza Hospital to provide relief from her symptoms, allowing her to return to a productive and dignified life. Immaculate says, "For many months, I have lived with constant pain and heavy bleeding that have made it difficult for me to work and care for my children. The doctors have told me that surgery is the only way I can regain my health, but I cannot afford the cost. I humbly appeal to the donor program to support me during this difficult time. Your kindness will give me another chance to live without pain, care for my family, and look forward to a healthier future. May God richly bless you for your generosity."

Eligarida is a 62-year-old woman, and a devoted mother of six children from Uganda. She lives with her family in a modest home, where they rely primarily on subsistence farming for their livelihood. Despite their hard work, the family's income is very limited and barely meets their basic needs, including food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare. For the past five years, Eligarida has been suffering from a mass on her foot, which was diagnosed as an infected lipoma. The condition that has progressively affected her health, mobility, and quality of life. During this period, she sought treatment from various health facilities and used different medications in the hope of finding relief. Unfortunately, her condition did not improve despite these efforts. She continues to experience persistent pain, swelling, recurrent infection, and difficulty walking, making it increasingly challenging for her to perform daily activities and contribute to her family's farming work. Concerned about her worsening condition, Eligarida went to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, for specialised medical consultation and treatment. Doctors have recommended a minor mass excision surgery as the definitive treatment. Despite the urgent need for surgery, Eligarida and her family are unable to raise the required funds for the operation and associated hospital expenses. Their limited income from subsistence farming cannot meet the cost of the recommended surgical care. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. On July 16th, Eligarida is scheduled for mass removal surgery to treat her condition and restore her mobility, allowing her to continue caring for herself and her family. Now, Eligarida needs help to raise $134 to fund this procedure. Eligarida says, "I humbly seek assistance for my treatment. By helping me access the surgery I urgently need, you will allow me to regain my health, walk without pain, become independent again, and continue supporting my family. Your kindness will restore hope and greatly improve my quality of life."

At 39 years of age, Sarah is a devoted mother of two children, and a small-scale farmer, living in Uganda. She has built her life around hard work, perseverance, and the unwavering love she has for her family. Every planting season brings hope for a better harvest, but every day is also a struggle to make ends meet. For more than four years, Sarah has carried a burden that has slowly robbed her of her comfort, confidence, and ability to work. It began as a small swelling in a sensitive area. At first, it caused only minor discomfort, and she hoped it would disappear on its own. Instead, the swelling gradually increased in size, becoming more uncomfortable, and interfering with her daily life. The swelling has become a constant source of pain and embarrassment. Simple activities such as walking long distances, working in the garden, carrying out household chores, and even sitting comfortably are difficult. Despite the discomfort, Sarah continued working because her family depended on her. Determined to find relief, Sarah sought medical care from several health facilities, and although she was given medical attention and medications, the swelling persisted. Just when she was beginning to lose hope, Sarah heard a moving testimonial on the radio from a patient, who shared how the Watsi/AMH program had helped them receive life-changing surgery at Rushoroza Hospital. Inspired by this story, Sarah made the journey to Rushoroza Hospital, hoping that she, too, would find an answer to her years of suffering. At the hospital, she underwent a thorough medical evaluation, and was diagnosed her with a right Bartholin cyst. Without treatment, the mass could continue to enlarge, become infected, cause severe pain, and significantly affect her quality of life. The surgical team recommended a major mass excision as the most appropriate treatment. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Sarah receive treatment. On July 16th, surgeons will remove the mass, relieving more than four years of suffering, and restoring her ability to care for her family with dignity and hope. Now, Sarah needs your help to raise $261 to fund this procedure. She says: "For more than four years, I have lived with this swelling, hoping that one day I would find treatment. I visited different health centers, but my condition never improved. When I heard someone sharing on the radio how they had been helped through the donor program at Rushoroza Hospital, I found hope again, and decided to come here. The doctors have now told me that surgery is the treatment I need, but I cannot afford the cost. I humbly appeal to the donors to support me during this difficult time."

Lucky is a 18-year-old woman, and a young mother of one child from Uganda. Her life has been shaped by resilience, hard work, and the determination to provide for her family, despite difficult circumstances. Together with her husband, she works tirelessly to build a better future for their small family. Lucky works as a small-scale farmer, cultivating crops to provide food, and to generate a modest income for her household. Her husband works as a boda-boda rider, an occupation that provides an unpredictable daily income, often insufficient to meet the family's growing needs. Between providing food, clothing, shelter, and caring for their young child, the family struggles to make ends meet, leaving little or no money to cover unexpected medical expenses. For more than two years, Lucky has been living with painful and distressing hemorrhoids. What initially began as mild discomfort, gradually worsened into a condition that has significantly affected her daily life, causing her anxiety, and eroding her confidence, as she constantly worries that the problem will continue to worsen if left untreated. The persistent swelling and pain have made it difficult for her to sit comfortably, to walk long distances, to perform household chores, or to work effectively in the farm. Simple daily activities that many people take for granted have become a constant source of discomfort and embarrassment. Her condition also interferes with her ability to care for her young child, and has exacted an emotional toll. Determined to find relief, Lucky sought medical attention, and was eventually evaluated at Rushoroza Hospital. After a comprehensive examination, the doctors explained that the persistent hemorrhoids require surgical treatment to permanently relieve her symptoms, and to prevent further complications, such as severe pain, recurrent bleeding, and infection. Although the recommendation has brought renewed hope, it has also created significant financial worry. The cost of surgery, medications, hospital admission, investigations, and postoperative care, is far beyond what Lucky and her husband can afford. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. On July 16th, surgeons at Rushoroza Hospital will perform a hemorrhoidectomy procedure to treat her condition. Now, Lucky needs your help to raise $134 to fund this procedure. Lucky said: "For more than two years, I have lived with this painful condition, and every day has become a struggle. It hurts me that I cannot work as hard as I would like, or care for my family without discomfort. The doctors have told me that surgery is the best treatment, but my husband and I cannot afford the cost. I humbly appeal to donors to help me receive this operation."

Golden is a 13-year-old boy from Uganda and the second of three children. He lives with his parents and siblings, who rely entirely on subsistence farming. The family grows food for their own household and sells a small portion of the harvest to pay for school fees and other basic necessities. Golden is a bright, hardworking student who dreams of completing his education. Recently, however, a painful condition has made that goal much more difficult. About two months ago, Golden developed a painful swelling on his right hand just below his wrist. At first, his parents hoped it would heal on its own and tried locally available herbal remedies. Instead, the swelling continued to grow, and the pain worsened. As the condition progressed, Golden found it increasingly difficult to use his right hand, especially for writing in school. Every day tasks became painful, and his schoolwork began to suffer. Concerned, his parents brought him to Rushoroza Hospital for evaluation. After examination and testing, the medical team recommended surgical removal of the mass. Without treatment, the mass could continue to cause pain, limit the function of his hand, and affect his ability to learn and carry out daily activities. Unfortunately, Golden's parents are unable to raise the required medical expenses. The cost of surgery and related hospital care is far beyond their financial capacity. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. Golden traveled to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, to receive treatment. On July 16th, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Golden needs help to raise $134 to fund this procedure. Golden's father says, "I watch my son struggle every day with pain in his hand, and it breaks my heart because I cannot afford the treatment that could restore his health. I humbly ask donors to help Golden receive the surgery he needs so that he can return to school, write freely again, and continue pursuing his dreams. Your support will give my child a chance for a healthier and brighter future."

Patience is a 48-year-old woman from Uganda. She and her husband have five children and support the family through small-scale farming. Three years ago, Patience began to experience troubling symptoms, including persistent, unexplained headaches. She was diagnosed with a multinodular goiter, the swelling of the thyroid gland. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Patience receive treatment. On July 21st, she is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $333, and she and her family need help raising money. Patience says, "For three years, I have watched the swelling on my neck grow bigger, and now it causes me pain whenever I swallow. The headaches and constant feeling of heat have made it difficult for me to work and care for my family. My husband and I are only small-scale farmers, and we cannot afford the surgery I need. I humbly ask for your support so that I can receive treatment, regain my strength, and continue caring for my children. May God richly bless everyone who extends a helping hand to me."