Sok Chea is a 19-year-old farmer who has two younger brothers. He likes to go to the farm, play soccer, and play games. Five months ago, Sok Chea developed a cholesteatoma, an abnormal skin growth, in his left ear. It causes ear discharge, hearing loss, bleeding, pain, and a ringing or buzzing in his ear. Though he has been taking medication, his symptoms have not improved. He is unhappy because he has difficulty communicating with others. When Sok Chea learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), he traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On November 24, CSC surgeons performed a mastoidectomy procedure in his left ear to remove the cholesteatoma. After recovery, his hearing will improve. Now, he needs help to fund this $842 procedure. "I hope to have no more pain, good hearing, and an easier time communicating with other people, " says Sok Chea.

Andrew is a ten-year-old boy from Kenya who was born with a swollen area near his navel. The swelling is caused by a hernia of the intestine, and poses a risk of further intestinal complications. Andrew's mother has been carefully monitoring the situation and has taken him to various hospitals. Although she has been advised to seek surgery for her son, she has been unable to raise the necessary funds. Andrew's condition has been gradually worsening, and is now affecting his ability to speak. The African Mission Healthcare Foundation is asking for $500 to perform surgery to repair Andrew's hernia. Our support will help Andrew recover fully, allowing him to return to a normal, productive life.