Uganda Martyr's Ibanda Hospital

Owen is a two-year-old boy from Uganda. He is the second-born child in his family. Owen’s father left, leaving his mother with the overwhelming responsibility of caring for their children alone. She is now the sole provider for the family and struggles every day to meet her children’s basic needs. To support her family, Owen’s mother runs a small shop that provides her with a limited income. However, the little money she earns is not enough to meet all the family’s needs. She lives in rented accommodation and must use part of her modest income to pay the rent, leaving very little for food, healthcare, and other essential needs. For approximately three weeks, Owen has had a hydrocele, a swelling in a sensitive part of his body. He was brought to our medical partner's care center, Uganda Martyr's Ibanda Hospital, by his mother as she was worried about the swelling. Fortunately, on September 3rd, he will undergo repair surgery, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $201 to fund Owen's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. Owen’s mother says, "I am happy and thankful to God for protecting my child up to this time, though I don’t have money to cover the operation. I hope to get supported by the donor program. I will keep doing my small business and try to expand it if I get capital, as I take care of my family.’’

Monic is a 37-year old woman from Uganda. She works as a teacher, earning a modest salary. Her husband is also a teacher. Their combined income is mostly spent on meeting the family’s basic daily needs. Monic is currently expecting a new 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 Monic undergo a C-Section on September 3rd. This procedure will cost $207, and Monic needs your support. Monic says, “I am grateful to God for His protection and love towards my life. I kindly seek your assistance, because we cannot manage to raise funds needed for my operation. I will continue teaching while looking for a better job so that I can support my family better."

Mollen is a 17-year-old girl from Uganda, and the first-born child in a family of three children. Presently, she lives with her uncle who helps to support her education. Her uncle is a small-scale farmer who grows maize and beans on rented farmland. About six years ago, Mollen developed a mass on her chin. She had previously undergone surgery to remove the mass, but unfortunately, it recurred. Mollen was brought to the hospital by her uncle to seek further medical attention. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Mollen receive treatment. On September 3rd, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Mollen's family needs help to raise $72 to fund this procedure. Mollen’s uncle says, “I am grateful to God for enabling me to bring my daughter at Ibanda hospital to seek for treatment. I am hopeful to get assistance from the donor program because I am unable to raise money for her operation. I will keep practicing farming and taking care of Mollen so she can finish her studies.’’

Hellen is a nine-year-old girl from Uganda. She is currently in Primary 2, and has big hopes for a brighter future through education. Her parents rely on small-scale subsistence farming, mainly growing beans and millet. The income from farming is very limited and only helps meet the family’s basic needs. For about eight months now, Hellen has had an epigastric hernia, which is a bulge occurring in the upper abdomen, caused by tissue pushing through weak abdominal muscles. The condition has been causing her significant pain and discomfort. Upon review at the hospital, doctors have recommended that Hellen should undergo a repair surgery, scheduled for September 10th. The procedure will help relieve her discomfort, enabling her to continue enjoying her childhood, and attending school without the burden of the condition. Now, Hellen's family needs help to raise this $201 procedure. Hellen’s stepmother says, "I am happy and thankful to God for protecting my child up to this time. Although I don’t have money to cover the operation, I am hopeful that we will get support from the donor program. I will keep farming and work hard to support my family.’’

Annet is a 64-year-old widow and mother of seven children from Uganda. To earn a living, she practices small-scale farming, growing beans and millet on rented land. Two months ago, Annet began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain, fullness and distension. At the hospital, she was diagnosed with an enlarged spleen. She needs surgery to improve her health, so she can return home and continue caring for her children. Physicians have recommended a laparotomy, which is a surgery that opens up the abdominal cavity to treat her condition. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $279 to fund Annet's surgery. On September 10th, she will undergo surgery at Uganda Martyrs' Ibanda Hospital. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully greatly improve her quality of life. Annet says, "I thank God for His protection and guidance up to this day. I kindly request support from the donor program because I am unable to get money for my operation. I will keep practicing farming and take care of my family after recovery.’’

Octavia is a 65-year-old man from Uganda, and a father of ten children. He earns a living through small-scale farming, to provide for his large family. For the past three years, Octavia 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 him pain and swelling in his inguinal region, and this has impacted his work performance. Before going to Ibanda Hospital, Octavia had previously sought treatment at another health facility, but his condition remained unresolved due to lack of financial resources needed for treatment. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Octavia receive treatment. On September 10th, he will undergo repair surgery, which once completed, will hopefully allow him to live a healthier life, free from his symptoms. Octavia says, “I thank God for His protection and guidance up to this day. I hope to get assistance from the donor program, and after recovery, I will keep practicing farming and take care of my family.’’

Proscovia is a 19-year-old student from Uganda. She is the fourth-born child in a family of six children. Both of her parents are small-scale farmers, who depend on limited agricultural activities to support their family. Proscovia is currently a Senior 6 student, working towards completing her education, and achieving her dreams for the future. Two years ago, Proscovia began to experience troubling symptoms. She went to Uganda Martyr's Ibanda hospital, where she was examined by a gynecologist, and diagnosed with an ovarian mass. Physicians have recommended a laparotomy, which is a surgery that opens up the abdominal cavity, to treat her condition. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $279 to fund Proscovia's surgery, which will take place on September 15th, at Uganda Martyr's Ibanda Hospital. This procedure should greatly improve Proscovia's quality of life. Proscovia’s mother said: “I thank God for protecting my daughter up to this day, though she is in pain. I hope to get assistance from the donor program since I don’t have money for her operation. I will keep practicing farming and supporting her studies.’’

Isaac is a 25-year-old man from Uganda. He is a small-scale farmer who grows beans and maize on other people's land. His farming activities provide him with only a modest income, which is insufficient to meet his family's needs as well as the cost of his medical treatment. For a year, Isaac has had an inguinal hernia. The pain caused by the hernia has made it increasingly difficult for Isaac to continue with his usual activities and livelihood. Without financial support, meeting the cost of the herniorrhaphy remains a significant challenge for him and his family. With the treatment he needs, he will recover from his condition and return to the activities that provide for his family. Fortunately, on September 17th, he will undergo repair surgery at our medical partner's care center, Uganda Martyr's Ibanda Hospital. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $201 to fund Isaac's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. Isaac says, “I thank God for protecting my life up to this time. I hope to get assistance from the donor program since I don’t have money for my operation. I will keep practicing farming and get money to buy my own land.’’

Allen is a 36-year-old woman from Uganda. She is a hardworking midwife, who carries a particularly heavy responsibility at home because her father is seriously ill, and she is primarily responsible for his care. She earns a modest salary, which is majorly spent meeting her father’s medical expenses and other essential needs. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family. She is currently expecting her third baby. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high-risk pregancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Allen undergo a C-Section on September 22nd. This procedure will cost $207, and Allen needs your support. Allen says; “I am grateful to God for His protection and love towards my life. I am hopeful that I will receive support, as I am unable to afford the funds needed for my surgery. I will keep doing my job as a midwife, so I can continue earning an income to take care of my family.’’

Specioza is a 34-year-old mother of three from Uganda. She obtained a certification in Health Records but has not been able to secure employment yet. Presently, she and her husband work as small-scale farmers to provide for their family. During her free time, Specioza enjoys spending time with her family. Specioza is currently expecting her fourth 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 Specioza undergo a C-Section on September 22nd. This procedure will cost $207, and Specioza needs your support. Specioza says; “I thank God that I got to Ibanda Hospital safely. However, I seek support from the donor program towards my operation. I will keep looking for a job, while practicing farming.’’

Ciccy is a 36-year-old woman from Uganda. She grew up as the third-born in a family of four children. Ciccy completed her education up to Senior Four, before leaving school to help her family with farming. In 2014, she married her husband. Their family lives in a two-room, mud-built house and practices small-scale farming, primarily growing beans and millet. They shared that their harvest provides only a limited income, which is barely enough to meet their family's needs. During her free time, Ciccy enjoys spending time with her family. Ciccy is currently expecting, and her doctors recommend that she deliver via a cesarean section because she has a multiple pregnancy in the breech presentation. This way, doctors can ensure a safe delivery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is helping Ciccy undergo a C-Section on July 31st. AMH is requesting $207 to fund this procedure. Ciccy said, "I am grateful to God for protecting my life up to this time and for the care and love, though I do not have money to support my operation. I hope to get a positive response from the donor program. I will keep practicing farming and get money to start up a small business and support my family."

Prossy is a 40-year-old woman from Uganda who grew up as the oldest of six children. She studied up to senior six and then trained in business administration, earning her diploma after two years. Prossy worked for a few years and later married her husband, who was a primary teacher. Her family underwent hardships when her husband was arrested due to loans that the bank mishandled, but he was a signatory on. Prossy had to leave her job and sell their belongings to secure her husband's release. The financial and emotional toll has been hard, but Prossy resolved to start small-scale farming, where she grows beans and maize. Prossy visited our medical partner's hospital for antenatal care. She is currently expecting a new baby, and her doctors recommend that she deliver via a cesarean section due to her obstetric history. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Prossy undergo a C-section on August 4th. AMH is requesting $207 to fund this procedure. Prossy said, "I thank God for His protection and guidance since I got this pregnancy. I appreciate the services offered here at Ibanda Hospital. I hope my request will be accepted because I am financially unstable to cater for my operation. I will keep practicing farming and, after getting capital, I will start up a business again to support my family."