Rushoroza Hospital

Harriet is a 68-year-old widow and mother of six children from Uganda. She loves spending time with her grandchildren to share happy moments laughing and telling them stories about their childhood. Harriet used to farm to support her livelihood. However, as she aged and her health condition became more severe, she depends on others for her daily needs. About ten years ago, Harriet began to have severe back pain. Her condition progressively worsened, and she eventually became unable to stand or walk. She learned to cope with her condition by moving around on her knees, but the pain has significantly impacted her mobility and independence. Then, about one month ago, Harriet developed a sudden swelling on her right knee that has caused her considerable pain and discomfort. She sought medical attention at a regional hospital, but due to the large number of patients at the facility, she was unable to receive the assistance she needed and returned home without treatment. She then visited our medical partner's hospital due to the worsening pain and discomfort. Her doctor recommended she undergo surgery to remove the mass. Given her medical history and the impacts of her condition on her health and wellbeing, timely medical intervention is important to relieve her pain, improve her comfort, and prevent further complications. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help Harriet receive the care she needs. On October 1st, she will undergo mass removal surgery. Harriet's family is requesting financial assistance to fund the $134 cost of her procedure and care. Despite the challenges she has experienced for many years, Harriet remains hopeful that treatment will bring her relief and allow her to continue enjoying precious moments with her grandchildren, sharing stories and laughter with them. Harriet said, "I have lived with difficulty walking for many years, but I have always tried to remain strong. Now this painful swelling on my knee has made my situation even harder. I am appealing to the AMH-SAFE donors to come to my assistance so that I can receive the surgery I need. I pray that after the operation, I will heal, have less pain, and be able to enjoy my life and my grandchildren again. I will be deeply grateful for any support given to me and my family."

Salome is a 77-year-old woman from Uganda. She is the sole provider and guardian for an 11-year-old girl, a young relative sent to care for her. Three decades ago, she lost her husband. In a heartbreaking twist of fate, all the children they shared also passed away. Salome is a small-scale farmer. One year ago, a swelling on her neck appeared. It grew bigger and has affected her ability to work on her farm. Doctors discovered that Salome has a large cystic mass in her neck. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. Salome traveled to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, to receive treatment. On October 1st, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Salome needs help to raise $261 to fund this procedure. Salome says, "My life has been full of darkness since I lost my husband and all my children. This little girl is the only family I have left, and she needs me to put her through school. But this swelling in my neck has taken away the little strength I had left to dig for our food. When they told me the cost of the surgery, my heart broke because I do not even have a single coin. I am begging the kind donors to please help me get this operation. I want to be free of this pain so I can go back to my farming and weaving, and ensure this young girl has a future. Please do not leave me to suffer alone."

Ivan is a 17-year-old boy from Uganda. He takes on casual jobs to support his family. He lost his father 13 years ago, leaving his mother to carry the responsibility of raising and supporting Ivan and his four siblings. His mother is a farmer. In his free time, he enjoys playing football. For about one year, Ivan has had an umbilical hernia. He is now unable to comfortably perform even the little casual work that he depends on for his livelihood and contribution to the family. Fortunately, on October 1st, Ivan 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 Ivan's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Ivan's mother says, “My son has suffered from this pain for a long time, and it has now made it difficult for him to work and live normally. I was relieved to learn that surgery can give him a lasting solution, but the cost has left me helpless. I humbly appeal to the donors to help my son receive this treatment. Your support will relieve his suffering and give him hope for a better future. May God richly bless you.”

Immaculate is a 28-year-old woman from Uganda. She has two children who are in nursery school. Her husband works at a local bakery, where he transports mandazi and doughnuts to customers. Immaculate works in a hotel and engages in small-scale farming to support the family. Immaculate is pregnant, and her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Immaculate undergo a C-Section on October 1st. This procedure will cost $214, and Immaculate needs your support. Immaculate says, "I was worried when the doctors told me that I needed another operation because my family cannot afford the hospital costs. I have two young children who still depend on me, and I want to be able to deliver safely and return home to care for them. I humbly appeal to the donors to help me receive the treatment I need. Your support will mean a lot to me and my family. May God bless you."

Costance is a 29-year-old mother of two children from Uganda. She works as a primary school teacher, and enjoys singing with her students at school during break time. Constance's husband earns a living through the small-scale sale of general merchandise. Constance is currently expecting her third child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section due to a high risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner African Mission Healthcare is helping Costance undergo a C-Section on October 1st. This procedure will cost $214, and Costance needs your support in raising money to fully fund her procedure. Constance shared, “I am grateful to have a clear plan for the safe delivery of my baby. Because of my previous difficult delivery experience, I was worried about how it would be this time. I was even more worried when I learned about the cost of the operation. I sincerely appreciate being linked to the donor program for support towards my medical expenses. I pray that I will receive the surgery I need and safely welcome my baby. I hope that in the future I will be able to secure a government teaching job so that I can have a stable income and provide better for my family.”

Santurina is a 45-year-old woman from Uganda. With her calm and peaceful demeanor, Santurina is right at home in the mist-covered, rolling hills of her quiet village. She and her husband work side by side as small-scale farmers. During the moments when she is not tilling the soil, you will find Santurina weaving intricate mats, turning dried local fibers into beautiful, functional art. For the last five years, Santurina has been experiencing severe lower abdominal pain and other worrisome symptoms. She sought help at small community centers, but health resources can be scarce in rural Uganda, and the clinics lacked the diagnostic tools needed to find the root cause of her condition. Santrinah continued to farm while enduring worsening pain each month. Over time, she and her husband were able to pool their money and travel to our medical partner's hospital, where the medical team was able to finally give them a diagnosis for what she has been experiencing: multiple uterine fibroids. The tumors had grown large and numerous, and her doctors informed Santrinah that she needed a total abdominal hysterectomy. If left untreated, Santrinah will not only continue to experience debilitating pain, but there is a possibility of the tissue transforming into a life-threatening malignancy. Santrinah will undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy on October 2nd. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $319 to fund Santurina's surgery. Once recovered, she will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. As Santrinah has been processing the news of her diagnosis and surgery, she has been holding to the hope of a complete physical recovery where she can live, farm, and weave mats without pain. She shared: "What I need most is to heal and live a comfortable life without pain. I do not even have words to say."

Sr. Dafroza is 77 years old and a nun from Uganda. She has been with her congregation for 60 years. About three years ago, Sr. Dafroza began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain and fullness. She was diagnosed with a benign gastric polypoid mass. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Sr. Dafroza receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo surgery that will address her symptoms and prevent future health complications on October 5th. This procedure will cost $297, and Sr. Dafroza and her family need your support. Sr. Dafroza says, “I have spent many years serving God and my congregation. I have had this pain and fullness for a long time, and now I have been told that I need an operation. I humbly ask the donors to help me receive the treatment so that I can get some relief. May God bless you for your kindness.”

Mercy is 32 years old and a mother of two from Uganda. Mercy runs a small business selling charcoal and sweet potatoes in her village. Her husband works as a driver, but he also takes on casual jobs whenever opportunities arise to supplement the family's income. Mercy is pregnant, and doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Mercy undergo a C-Section on October 7th. This procedure will cost $214, and Mercy needs your support. Mercy says, "My small business is not doing well, and the little money I make is mostly used to feed my family and meet our daily needs. I am worried about the cost of the operation because we do not have enough savings to pay for it. I have two young children at home, and I want to deliver this baby safely and return to them. I humbly appeal to the donors to help me receive the operation and care I need. Your support will help me go through this delivery safely and will mean a lot to my family. May God bless you."

Annet is a 35-year-old mother of four children from Uganda. She is married and lives with her husband and their children. Annet and her husband are small-scale farmers who rely largely on agriculture to feed their family and meet daily household needs. Annet has four children and was recently found to have a perineal tear involving the perineal muscles and rectal mucosa, with soiling of stool in the perineal area. This condition may occur after a difficult delivery. Following assessment, she was referred for surgery to repair the affected tissues and restore the normal function of the perineal and anal structures. For Annet, the recommended procedure represents more than just medical treatment. She hopes that successful treatment will help restore her physical comfort, improve her hygiene, and allow her to regain confidence in her everyday life and marriage. Fortunately, on October 13th, Annet will undergo surgery at Rushoroza Hospital. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $193 to fund Annet's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow her to live more comfortably and confidently. Annet says, “For years, I have lived with a condition that has made me uncomfortable and affected my confidence as a woman and a wife. I often wished that I could find a way to get treatment, but my family could not afford the costs involved. Your support would give me a chance to heal, regain my confidence, and live a more comfortable life with my husband and children. I will always be grateful for your kindness and support.”

52-year-old Patricious is a mother of four children from Uganda. She works as a small-scale farmer who also practices tailoring, to supplement the little income she earns from farming. Her husband works as a local lumberman in their village. Presently, Patricious currently lives with her children, including her 27-year-old daughter, who has lived with a physical disability since birth, and requires continued care and support. Her other children are enrolled in school. About 10 years ago, Patricious developed a swelling at the front of her neck. Initially, it was painless, so Patricious was not so worried, but over time, she began to experience troubling symptoms, including severe pain and difficulty swallowing. Visits to the local health center didn't help much. Recently, Patricious traveled to Rushoroza Hospital, where she was evaluated, and diagnosed with a multinodular goiter, an enlargement of the thryroid gland. Doctors at the hospital recommended that she undergo a thyroidectomy. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Patricious receive treatment. On October 15th, she is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy at Rushoroza Hospital, during which surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $333, and Patricious and her family need your help to raise the funds. Patricious said: “I have carried many burdens, but I have never lost hope. I pray that someone will help me receive this surgery so that I can live without pain and continue caring for the children who still depend on me.”