Meet Morn, a 70-year-old woman from Cambodia. “Morn is married with one son, four daughters, and 10 grandchildren. She enjoys visiting the pagoda and listening to monks pray," shares our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC).
One year ago, Morn 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," CSC explains.
"I hope my eyes can see everything clearly again,” shares Morn, “Then, I can work at home and go anywhere outside."
After learning about CSC, Morn and her daughter travelled two hours to visit their clinic. They learned that a simple surgical procedure may restore Morn's sight.
With $292, Morn 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.