Rushoroza Hospital

Julius is 31 years old and a father of two from Uganda. He is a farmer and grazes animals during his free time. For the past five months, Julius has had a painful localised swelling over the mid-sternal region, which has gradually taken away his ability to work, provide food for his children, and meet the basic needs of his household. The swelling continued to increase in size, accompanied by persistent pain that made physical activities increasingly difficult. He needs surgery to alleviate his symptoms and prevent other complications. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. Julius traveled to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, to receive treatment. On September 3rd, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Julius needs help to raise $134 to fund this procedure. Julius says, “Thank you to everyone who may choose to support me. Your help would give me another chance to work, provide for my children, and live without the pain that has controlled my life for the past five months.”

Lucia Turyakira is a 60-year-old woman from Nyamiyaga village Kabale District, Uganda. She is a hardworking rural mother who has spent most of her life depending on subsistence farming to provide for her family. Despite advancing age, she has remained committed to caring for her household, although her health has increasingly limited her ability to work. For several years, Lucia noticed a slowly enlarging swelling on her right thigh. She has lived with the swelling for five years. Initially painless, the swelling gradually increased in size until it became uncomfortable, affecting her daily activities and causing her emotional distress. The mass made it difficult for her to perform heavy farm work and comfortably participate in community gatherings. She worried about the possibility of the swelling becoming more serious but was unable to seek treatment because of financial constraints. Lucia eventually sought medical care at Rushoroza Hospital, where she was thoroughly assessed by the surgical team. After examination, she was diagnosed with a lipoma, a benign fatty tumour that had grown large enough to require surgical removal. The clinicians recommended mass excision as the definitive treatment to relieve her symptoms, prevent further enlargement, and improve her quality of life. Although the operation offers an excellent chance of complete recovery, Lucia and her family could not afford the costs associated with surgery and hospital care. Like many families in rural Uganda, they depend on seasonal farming with very limited income, making it impossible to raise the required funds. With support from generous donors to raise $134, Lucia hopes to undergo the surgery she needs. This assistance would enable her to undergo the recommended mass excision, recover from the discomfort she has endured for years, and return to living a healthier and more productive life. Lucia 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."

Allen is a 66-year-old woman, and a devoted mother of six children from Uganda. She is a small-scale farmer who has spent most of her life working hard to provide for her family. Allen separated from her husband about 35 years ago and has since raised her children single handedly. Despite the many challenges she faced, she remained determined to support her family through farming and other small income-generating activities. For many years, Allen was healthy and active. She worked in her farm daily, cared for her children, and managed her household responsibilities independently. However, her life took an unexpected turn when she began experiencing unexplained lower abdominal pain, accompanied by swelling. The symptoms would appear and disappear from time to time. At first, Allen hoped the problem was temporary and would resolve on its own. But as the months passed, the swelling gradually increased in size and became associated with severe pain. Activities that she once performed with ease, such as walking long distances, bending while farming, carrying produce, and performing household chores, became increasingly difficult. As a single mother who has spent decades struggling to care for her family, Allen found the situation particularly distressing. Farming is her main source of livelihood, and the worsening pain made her fear that she might eventually become unable to work and support herself and her family. Determined to find relief, Allen sought medical attention at nearby health facilities. However, the swelling and pain continued to recur, and she was eventually referred to Rushoroza Hospital for further evaluation. After a thorough examination by the surgical team, Allen was diagnosed with a bilateral inguinal hernia, a condition that occurs when abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the lower abdominal muscles, causing a bulge in the groin area. The doctors explained that the condition required surgical repair to prevent worsening symptoms and possible complications. Unfortunately, the cost of surgery is beyond what Allen can comfortably afford. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Allen receive treatment. On July 21st, she will undergo hernia repair surgery to regain her health, resume work in her farm, and continue living independently with dignity. Now, Allen needs help to fund this $170 procedure. She says, “For many years I have worked hard to raise my children on my own. This pain and swelling have made it difficult for me to farm and care for myself as I used to. I am grateful that the doctors finally explained my condition and recommended treatment. I pray that I will receive the surgery, heal, and return to my regular life.”

Boniface is an 81-year-old man from Uganda. He had 12 children, but 3 have passed away. For most of his life, he has been engaged in small-scale farming to support his family. For more than 30 years, Boniface has lived with a progressively enlarging swelling on the right parietal region of his scalp, which was initially diagnosed as a lipoma. Although the swelling was painless when it first appeared, it gradually increased in size over the years, becoming both physically burdensome and emotionally distressing. Throughout this period, Boniface sought medical attention from several health facilities in the hope of receiving appropriate treatment. Unfortunately, the cost of surgery was far beyond the family's financial means, forcing him to return home without receiving the definitive treatment he desperately needed. Two weeks ago, Boniface's condition deteriorated significantly when the lipoma became infected. Doctors recommended urgent surgical intervention to address the swelling and discomfort, and to prevent the infection from spreading. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. Boniface traveled to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, to receive treatment. On August 5th, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Boniface needs help to raise $134 to fund this procedure. Boniface says, "For over thirty years, I have carried this burden, hoping that one day I would receive treatment. My family has done everything they can, but we cannot afford the surgery I need. I humbly ask donors to help me receive this treatment so that I may live the rest of my years free from pain and with renewed hope. May God richly bless everyone who extends a helping hand."

Allen is a 57-year-old farmer and mother of three from Uganda. She lives in a rural community where farming is the primary source of food and income. Every day, Allen spends long hours cultivating her garden to provide for her household. Despite her dedication, the unpredictable yields and low income from selling agricultural produce make it difficult for her family to meet their basic needs, let alone afford the specialized medical care that she needs. Five years ago, Allen first noticed a small swelling at the front of her neck. At first, the swelling caused no pain, and she believed it was a minor problem that would eventually resolve on its own. Due to financial constraints and the daily demands of supporting her family, Allen continued working. However, over the years, the swelling gradually increased in size, causing her great distress. Despite seeking help from various healthcare facilities over the years, Allen did not find a lasting solution to her problem. When the swelling persisted and her symptoms worsened, Allen visited our medical partner's hospital, Rushoroza Hospital, for further evaluation. At Rushoroza, Allen underwent a comprehensive medical assessment that confirmed she had multiple nodules within the thyroid gland, which had progressively enlarged over the years. The surgeon recommended she undergo a thyroidectomy to treat her condition. This surgery removes the enlarged thyroid gland to relieve pain, prevent further enlargement of the goiter, and improve her overall health and quality of life. Without surgical intervention, the goiter may continue to enlarge, leading to more serious complications, including worsening difficulty in swallowing, breathing problems, and further deterioration of her physical and emotional well-being. For Allen, this condition has greatly affected her ability to work comfortably in her gardens and support her family as she once did. She is hopeful that with timely medical treatment, she will regain her health and strength. A successful thyroidectomy would allow Allen to return to her farming activities, continue caring for her family, and live free from the discomfort and anxiety that have burdened her for more than five years. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Allen undergo a thyroidectomy on August 5th. This procedure will cost $333, and she and her family are requesting assistance to cover the cost of her care. Allen said, "I have lived with this swelling on my neck for more than five years, hoping that one day it would improve. Instead, it has continued to grow and has caused me a lot of discomfort and worry. I am humbly appealing for financial assistance to help me undergo the recommended thyroid surgery at Rushoroza Hospital. I pray that I may receive support so that I can regain my health, continue working in my gardens, and provide for my family once again. May God bless everyone who can help me."

Mark is a six-year-old boy from Uganda. He is the second-born in a family of three children and is currently in first grade. He loves playing football with his friends and enjoys going to school. His mother is a small-scale farmer and his father works as a boda-boda rider, and together they work hard to provide for their family. About six months ago, Mark's parents noticed a swelling developing beneath his chin that continued to grow over time. He has been diagnosed with a submantal cyst — a fluid-filled swelling beneath the chin — which has become increasingly painful, making it difficult for him to eat comfortably and causing him to miss school and stop playing football with his friends. Fortunately, on August 5th, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, will help Mark undergo mass removal surgery. He is raising $134 to fund the surgery, which will allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Mark's mother says, “My son has suffered for many months. He used to be a happy child who loved school and football. Now he stays at home because of the swelling and pain. We have tried everything we could, but we do not have the money for the operation. Please help my son get this surgery so that he can return to school, play with his friends, and live a normal and happy life again.”

Ritah is a six-year-old girl from Uganda. Her mother is a small-scale farmer who spends long hours cultivating crops mainly for family consumption and selling any surplus produce to earn a modest income. Her father is a casual worker around their village and takes on all kinds of available jobs to supplement the family’s earnings. As the second-born child in a family of three children, Ritah is deeply loved by her parents and siblings. She is a cheerful child who enjoys playing with other children and helping her mother with simple household tasks whenever she can. About two years ago, Ritah began to experience intermittent swelling in her abdomen. Since there was little pain, her parents waited to see if the condition would resolve as she got older. Unfortunately, the pain increased over time, causing her to struggle to play and sleep comfortably. When the pain suddenly became more severe, Ritah’s family visited our partner’s medical care centre, Rushoroza Hospital. There, she received a thorough assessment and was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia. Without surgery to repair the hernia, Ritah will continue to experience pain and will be at risk of further complications. Fortunately, on August 5th, 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 Ritah's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow her to live comfortably and return to the activities that children her age normally take pleasure in. Ritah’s mother shared, “It breaks my heart to see my daughter suffering in pain. Ritah is a loving and active child, and I dream of seeing her healthy again, able to play, learn, and enjoy her childhood without discomfort. I humbly ask for your support to help her receive the surgery she urgently needs and the opportunity for a brighter and healthier future.”

Clever is two years old and the youngest of four children from Uganda. He comes from a humble rural household where life is sustained through hard work, resilience, and determination. His mother is a small-scale farmer who spends long hours cultivating crops mainly for family consumption and selling any surplus produce to earn a modest income. His father is a casual worker around their village and takes on all kinds of available jobs to supplement the family’s earnings. Since infancy, they have noticed a swelling around his umbilical area that would become more noticeable whenever he cried, coughed, or strained. At first, they hoped it would disappear as he grew older, but the swelling continued to recur. He was diagnosed with a reducible umbilical hernia and needs surgery to address his symptoms and prevent future health complications. Fortunately, on August 5th, Clever 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 Clever's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Clever’s mother says, “As a mother, it is painful to see my little son suffering when he should be growing and playing happily. Clever is still very young, and I dream of seeing him healthy and free from discomfort. I humbly ask for your support to help him receive the surgery he urgently needs and the opportunity for a brighter and healthier future.”

JohnPaul is a 42-year-old man from Uganda. He is married and a devoted father of four children, all of whom are currently attending school. He and his wife engage in small-scale farming for the family. On the 14th of March 2025, JohnPaul was involved in an accident that left him with a serious injury to his right thigh. He underwent fracture fixation. Although the fracture healed, he gradually developed a painful swelling at the site of the injury. Over the past two years, the swelling has progressively increased in size and has become increasingly painful. He found it increasingly difficult to walk, bend, cultivate his gardens, and carry out other physically demanding household activities. JohnPaul was referred to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, where doctors found a large cystic mass on the thigh requiring a mass excision surgery. The doctors also recommended that a biopsy be performed to establish the exact nature of the mass and guide any further treatment. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. On August 5th, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, JohnPaul needs help to raise $261 to fund this procedure. JohnPaul said, "For two years, I have lived with pain that has slowly taken away my strength and my ability to provide for my family. Every day, I worry about how I will educate my children and put food on the table. I have borrowed money to keep my children in school, and now I cannot afford the surgery that could restore my health. I humbly appeal to donors to help me undergo this operation. Your support will not only remove this painful burden but will also give me the chance to work again, care for my family, and repay the kindness shown to me. Your generosity will restore hope to my wife, my children, and our future. May God richly bless you."