Rwibaale Hospital

Kenneth is a 22-year-old man from Uganda. He lives with his mother, who is his primary source of support after his father died several years ago. He is the youngest of four children, but sadly two of his siblings have passed away, leaving only Kenneth and one surviving sibling. Although he attended school and reached Primary Four, he was forced to discontinue his education because of epilepsy. Today, Kenneth and his mother operate a small business that helps them earn an income and meet their basic needs. The earnings are modest and are used primarily for food, household expenses, and managing Kenneth's ongoing health needs. For more than fourteen years, Kenneth has been living with a swelling behind his ear. Over time, the swelling has gradually become more troublesome. Whenever the swelling becomes irritated, he is often unable to work or concentrate on any activity because of the discomfort. He experiences persistent itching around the area, frequent headaches, and significant pain that interferes with his daily life. For years, Kenneth's mother has done everything she can to help manage his symptoms, regularly purchasing pain medication to provide relief. Unfortunately, his condition has worsened, and the painkillers that once helped no longer provide adequate relief. The headaches and discomfort have become more frequent, affecting both his well-being and his ability to earn a living. Kenneth was diagnosed with a lipoma, a growth of fatty tissue beneath the skin. He needs to undergo surgery to address his symptoms and improve his quality of life. On September 1st, Kenneth will undergo surgery, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $153 to fund this procedure and alleviate his symptoms. Kenneth says, "I hope to get rid of frequent headaches and also resume my daily duties after recovery."

Annah is a two-year-old girl from Uganda, the youngest child in a family of five children. She is dearly loved by her parents and siblings, who have always hoped to see her grow into a healthy and happy child. Both of her parents work hard as small-scale farmers, growing crops mainly for family consumption and selling a small surplus to meet basic household needs. Her four older siblings are all school-going. Annah's parents shared that since she was born, she has had health struggles, and always appeared weaker than other children her age. She frequently complains of lower abdominal pain, and her condition has been a constant source of worry for the family. Despite their limited resources, her parents have done everything they can to help her, often purchasing pain medication to ease her discomfort. Unfortunately, Annah's condition has worsened over time. The pain has become more frequent and persistent, affecting her ability to enjoy a regular childhood. Unlike other children her age, she is often unable to play freely with friends, run around at home, or participate in activities that bring joy to young children. Her parents have watched worriedly as their daughter continues to struggle with discomfort and reduced activity. Recently, Annah developed a swelling around her umbilical region, causing even greater concern for her family. Determined to find a solution, her parents brought her to Rwibaale Hospital, where she was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia, a tissue bulge in the belly button area, that occurs due to a weak spot in the abdominal wall. While her parents are grateful that treatment is available, they are facing a major challenge. As small-scale farmers with limited and unpredictable income, they are unable to meet the costs associated with the surgery and hospital care. The family's resources are already stretched by the responsibility of caring for five children and supporting their education and daily needs. Fortunately, on September 1st, Annah will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Once completed, the procedure will alleviate her pain, allowing her to grow, play, and thrive like other children her age. Now, Annah's family needs help to fund this $234 procedure. Annah's father says, "I hope that my daughter will get relief from the pain, and also be able to engage in play with others after recovery."

John is a 67-year-old man from Uganda. He and his wife have three children. John continues to work hard to provide for his family through small-scale farming. For six years, John has had a reducible inguinal hernia. He has been experiencing persistent lower abdominal pain and a feeling of abdominal fullness. The condition has gradually worsened, affecting nearly every aspect of his daily life. Tasks that once seemed simple have become increasingly challenging. Fortunately, John was referred to our medical partner's care center, Rwibaale Hospital, where he will undergo hernia repair surgery on September 1st. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $234 to fund John's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. John says, "I hope to get rid of pain and build a new house so that I can better plan for my children after recovery."

Makune is a 17-year-old secondary school student from Uganda. He is the youngest in a family of ten children, where both parents depend on small-scale farming to provide food for the household. For over three years now, Makune has had a right inguinoscrotal hernia, a condition where abdominal tissue protrude through a weak spot in the abdominal wall and extend down into the scrotal sac. The condition has been causing recurrent swelling, accompanied by persistent lower abdominal pain. This has had a major impact on his daily life, affecting both his education and social well-being. Makune often struggles to participate in sports and other physical activities with his classmates. Additionally, he is often unable to help with household and farming activities. Fortunately, on September 1st, Makune will undergo hernia repair surgery at Rwibaale Hospital. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $234 to fund Makune's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Makune's father says: "I hope that my son will be relieved from the pain, and resume school after recovery."

Swalleh is a 60-year-old father of six children from Uganda. He and his wife practice small-scale farming to provide food for their family, and produce a surplus for sale to meet other household needs. For about 12 years now, Swalleh has had a bilateral inguinal hernia, a condition that occurs when abdominal tissue protrudes through two weak spot in the lower abdominal muscles, causing a bulge in the groin area. The condition has been causing him significant pain and discomfort. He previously underwent surgery to close one of the areas, but he has continued to experience problems in another area. His condition has significantly affected his daily life. He has difficulty bending, performing farm work, and carrying out his usual responsibilities at home. As a result, he is unable to participate fully in activities that were once part of his daily routine. Fortunately, on September 2nd, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $234 to fund Swalleh's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Swalleh says, "I will be most happy to find relief from this pain. I hope to be well soon, and resume with my duties of farming after recovery."

Deus is a 45-year-old father of seven children from Uganda. He practices small-scale farming with his wife to provide food for their family, and produce a surplus for sale to meet other household needs. For more than ten years, Deus has lived with a swelling in a sensitive area. The swelling began causing pain about a year ago, with the pain occurring intermittently. He also frequently experiences back pain, general weakness, and episodes of fever. His condition has become so severe that he stopped working because whenever he attempts to work, he becomes unwell and experiences significant pain. Deus has tried using local herbs to manage his condition, but unfortunately, they have not provided any relief. He once consulted a doctor at a local clinic and was advised that surgery would be necessary to treat the condition. However, because he could not afford the cost of surgery, he continued living with the swelling for another year. A friend who previously received treatment at Rwibaale Hospital encouraged Deus to seek proper medical care there. Deus traveled to the hospital for evaluation. On September 2nd, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Deus needs help raising $153 to fund this procedure and alleviate his symptoms. Deus says, "I hope to find relief from the general body weakness and pain after treatment."

Mellon is a 23-year-old mother of two girls from Uganda. She runs a small shop in the village, while her husband works as a solar technician. Combined, they earn a modest income, which they use to support their family. Mellon is currently expecting her third baby. 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 Mellon undergo a C-Section on September 9th. This procedure will cost $241, and Mellon needs your support. Mellon says, "I pray that all goes well as the doctors plan, and soon I will be well and return to my shop working for my family."

Robert is a 52-year-old father of 11 children from Uganda. He and his wife work as subsistence farmers who rely on small-scale farming to provide food for their family, and generate a small surplus for sale. For about a year now, Robert has had an 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 condition has been causing swelling accompanied by severe pain, which has gradually affected his ability to work and carry out his daily activities. At times, the pain is so intense that even walking long distances becomes difficult. Robert initially used local herbs in an attempt to relieve the pain, but his condition continued to worsen. He eventually sought medical care at Rwibaale Hospital. Fortunately, on September 14th, Robert is scheduled for a hernia repair surgery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $234 to fund Robert's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Robert says, "I hope to be relieved of pain, and also feel free and return to my duties as a farmer."

Nelson is a five-year-old boy from Uganda, and the fourth-born child in a family of five children. Nelson is currently in pre-school and lives with both his parents, although his mother has a mental health condition. Both his parents are small-scale farmers who grow maize for household consumption, and sell off the surplus to support the family. For over three years now, Nelson has had an inguinal scrotal hernia, a condition where abdominal tissue protrude through a weak spot in the abdominal wall and extend down into the scrotal sac. It began with a swelling around his groin, which his mother noticed while bathing him. She initially tried to manage the condition through painkillers from a nearby clinic, but the pain continued to worsen. As the pain became more severe, it began affecting Nelson’s daily life. Sometimes he was unable to attend school, and playing with other children became difficult. Eventually, the pain became so severe that Nelson shared with his grandmother, who decided to take him to Rwibaale Hospital for evaluation by a specialist. Fortunately, on September 14th, Nelson will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $234 to fund Nelson's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Nelson's grandmother says, "I hope that this surgery will help to reduce my grandson's pain, and he will be able to study and engage with other children."