18-year-old Abigaba lives in Uganda with her husband, who works at a hair salon. This September, Abigaba spent six hours in labor at the health centre in her home village, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF), tells us. “Abigaba was referred to a government hospital in Fort Portal where she had surgery and her first baby was stillborn. After the surgery, Abigaba noticed that her urine could not be controlled.” Abigaba has a vesicovaginal fistula, an abnormal fistulous tract extending between the bladder and vagina that allows for continuous and involuntary discharge of urine. She discovered the Watsi program at Virika Hospital after being unable to afford additional transportation and surgery at the government-run hospital. Fistula repair for Abigaba costs $290 and will lower her risk of chronic pain, chance of infection, and possibility of being a social outcast. “After surgery she hopes to recover, regain her dignity, and continue supporting herself without having to depend on her sister-in-law,” says AMHF. “Thank you in advance for offering to help me," shares Abigaba.