Wah is a 13-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his grandfather in a refugee village in Thailand. His parents and younger siblings stay in Karen State, Burma. His grandfather is a gardener and supports Wah with his education. Wah is a student in grade seven.
On November 5th, Wah was playing with fireworks with his friend at his school when one exploded in his hand. His left thumb has an open fracture. He is in pain and cannot use his hand.
With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Wah will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for November 5th and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help Wah to be able to to free from pain and restore the use of his hand.
Wah's grandfather said, "When I heard that he needs surgery and the cost is expensive, I told the doctor and his teacher that I would take him home and treat him with traditional medicines, but the doctor said it would be dangerous and it could turn into an infection, so the best option is to receive surgery. I am sad to hear that, but when the doctor told us that there will be donors to help Wah, I started to feel relieved and happy. Thank you for taking this big burden for me."