Edina is a 46-year-old lady from Malawi. She is married and lives with her husband. She also cares for her late sister's two children. She sells food, and her husband works at a cement company. For five months now, Edina has been experiencing abnormal bleeding. After several visits to clinics and hospitals, she was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, where she was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1363 to fund Edina's surgery. On May 3rd, she will undergo gynecological surgery that will allow her to resume her daily activities comfortably and confidently. Edina said, "Kindly help me undergo my surgery so I can find peace and concentrate on my business and take care of my family."

Nae is a 38-year-old woman who lives with her family in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. They receive support from development agencies for food and household expenses. They also have access to basic healthcare and education in the camp. In her free time, Nae loves to embroider traditional clothes for extra income. Since June 2024, Nae has been experiencing pain in her lower abdomen. She cannot sit for long periods and feels tired easily. She diagnosed her with a leiomyoma or a benign tumor in the cervix. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund Nae's surgery. On March 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery that will help address her symptoms and allow her to resume her daily activities free of pain. Nae said, "I would like to have the surgery to finally be healthy again. The monthly follow-ups and not feeling better make it difficult for me to manage my daily life."

Kaw Naung is a 32-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife, parents, and a nine-month-old son in a village in Karen State, Burma. Everyone in his family are farmers except for his wife, a homemaker. They also raise cows, chickens, and pigs for their consumption. They also forage for vegetables and have a vegetable garden. In his free time, Kaw Naung enjoys playing with his son. In January 2024, Kaw Naung and a relative were hunting in the forest. That evening, Kaw Naung was walking when he was shot in the leg. As it was dark, Kaw Naung was mistaken for a boar. He was immediately taken to a local hospital where he was treated for a fractured left femur. Despite receiving treatment, the fracture did not heal properly. This impacted Kaw Naung's ability to work and walk and has to use a walker to get around. He also experiences some pain when standing up or sitting down. He cannot bend his left knee. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Kaw Naung will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for December 6th and will cost $1,500. This surgery will help him walk and work again. Kaw Naung said, "Since my left leg was injured in the accident, I cannot walk properly and I cannot farm. My wife and my parents have to look after me and do everything for me. I hope that I can go back to work soon so that I can help my parents as they are also getting old and cannot work much on the farm."

Kidan is a 51-year-old mother from Eritrea who has been on a long and difficult journey fighting for her health. After enduring a painful swelling in her left breast, she was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2024. Despite the challenges she faced, Kidan found strength in her faith and her church community. With the support of her church, Kidan was able to seek medical attention and begin chemotherapy. However, the treatment took a toll on her, and she was unable to continue her domestic work. Her 19-year-old son has been her rock, with her husband away for five years, serving their country. Her church made arrangements for her travel to Kenya to seek further review and treatment. In a remarkable turn of events, doctors at our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, discovered that the tumor was not cancerous and could be removed with a mastectomy. This news has brought immense relief and joy to Kidan, giving her renewed hope for a longer and healthier future. But there's one final hurdle: Kidan needs help to cover the cost of the surgery. Despite the efforts of her church and well-wishers who paid for her travel, she arrived in Nairobi with nothing, relying on the kindness of a missionary who is hosting her. With your contribution, Kidan can finally get the treatment she needs and reclaim her life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,110 to cover the cost of a mastectomy for Kidan. The procedure is scheduled to take place on January 22nd. Kidan says, “I’m relieved to learn that I don’t have cancer. This gives me hope to live and be there for my son.”

Soe is a 33-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her parents, husband, son, and niece in the refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. She and her husband grow vegetables in the camp. Sometimes, her husband can find day jobs outside the camp which helps support the family. They primarily rely on help provided by aid organizations at the camp. Soe is expecting her second child and her doctors recommend 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, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Soe undergo a C-Section on December 4th. This procedure will cost $1,500, and Soe needs your support. Soe said, “I wish to have a girl, and it will be perfect if it is a girl since I already have a son. But if it is a boy also, we are happy that he came into our life.” She added, “I would like to be a healthcare worker who works in a hospital so I can take care of my family and my community in the future, I will try to attend training and work at the hospital in the camp when my child grows up.”

Kitupu is a calm two-year-old boy from a village in Kwale County, Kenya. He is the only child in his family and lives with his grandmother, who has taken full responsibility for his care. Kitupu's mother is unable to provide the care he needs due to mental health challenges. Shortly after birth, Kitupu was diagnosed with syndromic clubfoot, a condition that causes both feet to twist out of shape, making it difficult for him to walk or stand. At just one week old, he started a series of casting treatments to correct the alignment of his feet. However, his treatment was interrupted when his mother became ill. Determined to ensure Kitupu received the care he needed, his grandmother took him in and has worked tirelessly to provide for his care. To support their household, Kitupu's grandmother grows crops on her small farm. The harvest feeds the family and any surplus is sold for income. Presently, Kitupu is undergoing serial casting to prepare for surgery that will correct his feet. On December 6th, he is scheduled to undergo clubfoot repair surgery at AIC Cure International Hospital, our medical partner’s care center. Following treatment, Kitupu will be able to stand upright, walk, run, and even play football. Most importantly, it will allow him to attend school and participate in daily activities like other children. Now, Kitupu's family needs help to fund this $1,286 procedure and post-treatment care. Kitupu’s grandmother shared, "I eagerly look forward to seeing my grandson walk properly and live a normal life like other children."

Rood is a nine-year-old boy from Haiti. He lives with his parents and three siblings in a neighborhood of Port-au-Prince. He is in the second grade and loves playing video games and watching soccer on TV. Rood has a cardiac condition called Tetralogy of Fallot, where there is a hole between the two lower chambers of his heart and a muscular blockage of one of the valves. These prevent his body from getting enough oxygen. When Rood was a baby, he underwent an emergency surgery to give his body enough oxygen to survive, but he was too small to undertake a complete repair of his heart condition. Now that he is older, doctors will fully close the hole in his heart and remove the muscular blockage from his valve so that oxygen can circulate through his body normally. Rood will fly to the Cayman Islands to receive treatment. On October 23rd, he will undergo cardiac surgery. An anonymous supporter is contributing $18,000 to pay for surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,500 to cover labs, medicines, and check-up and follow-up appointments. It also supports securing travel documents for the family and travel costs for the social workers from our medical partner, who will accompany Rood's family overseas. Rood's father shared: "Our family has been praying for the possibility of this surgery ever since Rood was very young, and we would like to say thank you to everyone who is helping him!"

Meet Lucio, a 49-year-old Lucio factory worker from the Philippines. He and his wife have three children. Their oldest son is married and the younger children are still in school. Three years ago, Lucio developed an inguinal hernia. This hernia causes him pain and discomfort in his left side, especially when he is carrying out heavy, physical tasks. Given the nature of his work, which requires physical exertion, Lucio is keen to undergo surgery to address the hernia. He believes that regaining his health will enable him to perform his job more efficiently so that he can continue to provide for his family. On September 13th, Lucio will undergo hernia repair surgery, at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. A portion of the cost of Lucio's treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, is raising the remaining $1,103 to cover the cost of Lucio's surgery and care. Lucio said: "The prospect of a free operation not only offers a path to recovery for me but also represents a lifeline for my family. Thank you very much to all of you for helping me."

Barkot is a happy three-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He is playful and active and enjoys playing with other children. Barkot is the fourth child of his parents. His parents are daily laborers, taking on jobs in their neighborhood. Barkot was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. Without treatment, he will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and may be at risk of infertility. Barkot was brought to a health center, where they were informed that they could only undergo surgery in Addis Ababa, the capital city. As they lived far away, it took some time before Barkot's family was able to secure support for travel and accommodations. Fortunately, Barkot is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on September 3rd. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,293 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Barkot's mother said “I hope he will heal and be healthy and strong after the surgery. I will be so happy to see that day.”

Barkot is a playful three-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He loves to watch cartoons and play football with his dad. His mom is a homemaker and his dad works as a laborer at a beverage company. The family used to live in a rented house, but with the rent increase, they had to live with Barkot's grandparents. Barkot was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remain undescended. If left untreated, Barkot has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Barkot will receive assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH). Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on August 13th. AMH is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Barkot's mother said “After the surgery, I hope his condition will be corrected and he will become fully healthy. I hope we will relieve the stress that we have had for the past three years.”

Victoria is a nine-month-old baby from Bolivia. She is the only child of her father, a construction worker, and her mother, a university student. They live in a city in the mountains of central Bolivia. Victoria has a cardiac condition called patent ductus arteriosus, where a hole exists between two major blood vessels next to the heart. Blood leaks through this hole without passing through the lungs to obtain oxygen, leaving her weak and short of breath. On July 4th, Victoria will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will sew the hole so blood can no longer leak through it. Victoria's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. The $1,500 requested by our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, covers cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Victoria's mother shared: "I am hopeful that our daughter will start eating more and growing once this surgery is done."

Fatma is a 50-year-old mother of seven children aged between four and sixteen. She has faced considerable hardship, being a widow and the sole provider for her family, without a steady income. Fatma resides in Somalia, but also depends on the support of her niece that sells tea in Nairobi, Kenya. Unfortunately, she is unable to afford vital medical treatment. Since 2021, Fatma has been experiencing a persistent bloated feeling and discomfort in her lower abdomen. Initially treated for brucellosis and yellow fever at a local facility without improvement, the growth in her abdomen continued to enlarge, prompting both health concerns and a sense of self-consciousness due to the enlarged mass. She traveled to Kenya to seek medical advice, and further examination in Wajir suggested ovarian cancer, and the need for surgery. However, due to financial constraints, she sought help at our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital. Here, the diagnosis confirmed a large non-cancerous abdominal pelvic mass that needed to be removed through surgery. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Fatma receive treatment. On March 22nd, surgeons at AIC Kijabe Hospital will perform a total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (TAH/BSO) procedure to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer and prevent future surgery for benign ovarian masses. Now, Fatma needs help to fund this $1,260 procedure. Fatma is hopeful as she awaits the surgery that promises relief. She says, “I look like a seven-month pregnant lady because of the growth. It is painful. I hope to get treatment so that this pain can go away.”