Neverless is a 38-year-old mother of three from Uganda. She and her husband have two daughters and one son. Neverless grew up in a large family as as the oldest of nine children. She studied up to Primary Seven, and her husband studied until Senior Three. Neverless practices small-scale farming, while her husband works as a builder, to provide for their family. For more than eight years, Neverless has been living with a swelling on her face. The swelling has progressively increased in size with time. The mass causes her to have frequent headaches and dizziness whenever she walks or engages in any strenuous activity. Overall, this condition has significantly affected Neverless's ability to work, and she is often confined to her home, which has caused significant financial stress for her and her family. Neverless has sought treatment from various health facilities, where she was only given painkillers that did not improve her condition. Later, she shared her situation with a friend, who advised her to visit our medical partner's hospital, Rwibaale Hospital. Neverless traveled to the hospital for evaluation, and her doctors determined she needs to undergo surgery to address her condition and alleviate her symptoms. On June 2nd, surgeons at our medical partner's care center will remove the mass. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $153 to fund her procedure. Neverless said, "I hope to get rid of the frequent headache and dizziness after treatment."

Dallen is a 17-year-old hardworking and polite young woman from Uganda. She is the eldest of four children, one sister and two brothers, all still in school. Three years ago, shortly after completing primary 7 and joining senior 1, Dallen started experiencing some swelling under the armpit and paralysis in her right arm, making it difficult to write. As a result, she was forced to drop out of school. A few months later, while bathing, she noticed a swelling in her breast. She visited a nearby clinic, where she was given oral medication and experienced some improvement. Determined to help her small-scale farmer parents, she found work as a housemaid to contribute towards her younger siblings’ school fees. However, in February this year, the swelling reappeared, this time more severe. She began experiencing other alarming symptoms, including paralysis around the affected area, pins-and-needles pain radiating to her back, and continued weakness in her right arm. Dallen sought help at the nearest government health facility, where she was given painkillers and advised to visit a larger hospital. She came to our medical partner's care center, Karoli Lwanga Nyakibale Hospital, where doctors examined her and conducted a scan, which revealed a small solid lesion in her right breast. Concerned, the surgeon recommended a biopsy to rule out cancer. With her parents’ support, she traveled to Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, where the biopsy was done. Thankfully, the results confirmed it was not cancerous. Dallen was diagnosed with a solid right breast mass and a surgical excision was recommended. Unfortunately, her parents cannot afford the cost of the surgery and now appeal for support to help Dallen access the treatment she needs, so she can regain her health. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Dallen receive treatment. On August 12th, she will undergo a mass excision surgery, to alleviate her painful symptoms. Now, Dallen's family needs help to fund this $188 procedure. Dallen's parents say, “Our daughter has been in pain for quite a long time, this gets us worried because at the time she was working, she was supportive in helping us pay her siblings' school fees. We kindly request your support so she can get treatment.”

Jayne is a nine-year-old student from Haiti. She lives with her parents and two younger sisters; her father is a police officer and her mother is a teacher. She is in the third grade and is a very intelligent student. Jayne has a cardiac condition called ventricular septal defect. A hole exists between the two lower chambers of her heart; blood leaks through this hole without passing through her lungs to obtain oxygen, leaving her weak and short of breath. Jayne will fly to Dominican Republic to receive treatment. On July 25th, she will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons will sew a patch over the hole in her heart so that blood can no longer leak through it. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is contributing $6,500 to pay for surgery. Jayne's family also needs help to fund the costs of surgery prep. 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 Jayne's family overseas. Jayne's mother says, "Our family is very thankful to everyone who is finally making it possible for our daughter to have this surgery!"

Juliet, who is 39 years old, is a small-scale farmer and mother of six living in Uganda. Her husband owns and runs a small bar. The family lives in a three-room mud house. Since 2014, Juliet has been experiencing troubling symptoms, including persistent headaches, airway obstruction, and a sense of heaviness in her shoulders. She uses painkillers for her headaches, but they continue to impact her ability to work as she has difficulty turning her head. She also struggles to breathe. Juliet was diagnosed with a non-toxic goiter, and she needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is helping Juliet receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on April 15th at Rushoroza Hospital, where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $333, and Juliet and her family need your help to raise the necessary funds. Juliet says: “I pray for a successful surgery. I want to look normal again and be able to live a comfortable and pain-free life once again. I will continue with farming after recovery.”

Deus is a seven-year-old pupil from Uganda. He is the last born in a family of eleven children and is in primary school grade two. His father and mother are small-scale farmers producing beans and Irish potatoes mainly for home consumption. For one year, Deus has had a right hydrocele. His father reports that he developed a scrotal swelling on his right testis but thought his condition would normalize with time. In January 2023, Deus was brought to Rushoroza hospital and given medication that was not helpful because the swelling started disappearing and reappearing. He does not complain of pains but his father is very much disturbed by the on-and-off swelling which could turn problematic in the future if not treated on time. Fortunately, on March 7th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $170 to fund Deus's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Deus' father says, “My son looks undisturbed by his condition, but anything could happen in the future. He will comfortably return to school after surgery.”

Jocelyn is a loving mother of four from Philippines. She works as a bookkeeper, and her husband works as a part-time sidecar driver while also looking after their children. Despite their hard work, their combined income is just enough for the family's daily needs. Three years ago, Jocelyn began to experience troubling symptoms, including episodes of epigastric pain. Worried about their finances, she chose to defer her checkup. Unfortunately, the symptoms worsened as she began to experience difficulty of breathing, and persistent vomiting. She was brought to the nearest hospital to be given emergency care. The doctor told her to have an abdominal ultrasound. The test showed that she was suffering from gallstones, which can no longer be treated with medicines. Jocelyn has been advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, her symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications in the future. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), Jocelyn is scheduled to undergo a cholecystectomy on February 17th. A portion of the cost of the procedure is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,128 to cover the cost of Jocelyn's surgery and care. Jocelyn shared, "I'd like to thank WATSI and World Surgical Foundation Philippines for sponsoring my surgery. May you continue helping people who are financially incapable of paying for their surgeries. You are an answered prayer!"

Priscillar is a 50 year old single mother, living in Kenya. She has a small area in her ancestral home where she does small scale farming for personal use, and can occasionally sell extra produce at the local market. For ten years, Priscillar has been experiencing heavy bleeding. She has been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, a condition that usually develops during a woman's childbearing years. Fortunately, the condition is benign, but it has made Priscillar uncomfortable about being in public places. Priscillar will need to undergo a hysterectomy, to have her uterus removed and fully heal. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,260 to fund Priscillar's surgery, scheduled for October 27th, at AIC Kijabe Hospital. After she has recovered, Priscillar should be able to resume her life free from pain, and free of the constraints that have kept her from going out in public without discomfort. Priscillar says: “I have been experiencing heavy bleeding for the last ten years. It is really uncomfortable and makes me ashamed. I hope to get the problem solved.”

Meet Yoeun, a 67-year-old woman from Cambodia. Yoeun is married with one son, one daughter, and four grandchildren. She enjoys listening to the monks pray and visiting the pagoda. One year ago, Yoeun developed mature cataracts in each eye. A cataract occurs when a thin, cloudy layer forms over the eye’s lens. This causes her blurred vision, discharge, tearing, and fear of bright lights. It is hard for her to see clearly, do work, or go anywhere outside. After learning about Children's Surgical Centre, Watsi's medical partner, Yoeun and her grandson travelled three hours to visit their clinic. They learned that a simple surgical procedure may restore Yoeun's sight. With $225, Yoeun will undergo cataract surgery, during which her old lenses will be removed and replaced with sheer artificial implants, allowing her to see again immediately after her operation.