Glendy is a toddler who lives in Guatemala with her family. She is the third of four children and, while born healthy, has not exhibited developmental growth after her first year of life. She has what is called stunting, the most common form of child malnutrition in the world. "She was a normal baby until about one year of age, and then financial pressures in the family started to take their toll," writes our medical partner, Wuqu' Kawoq (WK), about Glendy. "In particular, a younger baby was born, and Glendy had less access to foods, mom's milk, and so forth. She is frequently and chronically ill with diarrhea. Her diet is poor, especially lacking in vitamins and protein. She has limited energy and very delayed language." But treatment for Glendy's stunting, especially the personalized treatment like the WK team has been able to give other children, will help to get her back on track. With $535, we can curb the diarrhea Glendy has been having, improve her appetite and energy, and help her get over this developmental slump. Glendy's mom is especially optimistic. "She's seen the positive results from other children in the community we've treated and has high hopes," writes the WK team. Watsi donors, let's make it happen.

Sebastian is a 33-year-old man who lives with his wife and six young children in Guatemala. For two years, a debilitating mass has been growing on Sebastian's neck. The swelling in his face has made breathing difficult for him. He has also lost most of the functionality in one of his arms. Our medical partner believes it is likely that Sebastian's condition is lymphoma, a treatable form of cancer. However, Sebastian and his wife have been turned away from multiple hospitals because they are unable to afford medical care. For $1,500, we can help Sebastian receive surgery and chemotherapy to remove his tumor and eliminate any present cancer, allowing him to return to work and take care of his family.

"Baby C" was just born! Unfortunately, he has a severe cleft lip and palate deformity. This can be dangerous because it will prevent him from feeding normally, and could result in malnutrition. Fortunately, Baby C's mother lives in a community where Wuqu' Kawoq has primary care programs, and she knew to come for help. Wuqu' Kawoq is calling this little guy "Baby C" because he doesn't have a name yet. Guatemalan indigenous parents often hold off on naming new babies for several weeks, especially when they have birth defects, in order to make sure that they are going to survive. Fortunately, with support from Watsi donors, Baby C can thrive. For $850, we can pay for his nutritional care and eventual corrective surgery, making it possible for him to live a normal, healthy life.