Jinnelen is 33-year old mother of six from the Philippines. She loves to cook and play with her kids. Her husband works as a quarry laborer, and sometimes he also sells fruits in the market to have extra income. Their income, however, is not enough for the daily needs of the family. 13 years ago, Jinnilen noticed a swelling on her neck. Over time, she began to experience nervousness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. Three years ago she was diagnosed with a thyroid goiter, or enlargement of the thyroid gland, but the surgery cost was too much for her to afford. She was unable to undergo surgery. Since then, Jinnilen has prayed that she might have an opportunity to undergo surgery to remove the goiter, which has now grown very large. Fortunately, our medical partner, International Care Ministries (ICM), found Jinnilen and told her she was eligible to receive treatment through the partnership with Watsi. $1,289 will fund the thyroidectomy she needs to fully remove her thyroid gland. Jinnilen is “so excited and happy for the favor given to her,” ICM shares. “I want to be with my children and husband,” she shares. “I want to give my best for them. After the treatment I will be a productive wife. I will help my husband to make income for our family, I am so excited for my treatment. Thank you so much for helping me.”