Sun is a 68-year-old rice farmer from Kampong Chhnang province, Cambodia. She has one daughter, two sons, and six grandchildren. She lives with her husband and their youngest son, who also works in the rice fields. Around two years ago, Sun developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. As a result, Sun has difficulty seeing things clearly, and is limited in her ability to go out on her own. Fortunately, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is here to help. On July 3rd, doctors at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre will perform phacoemulsification cataract surgery, and implant an intraocular lens in Sun's left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly and regain her independence. Sun's family is able to contribute $100 but needs help to raise $153 more for this procedure. Sun shared, "I hope I can see more clearly and go back to work. I want to be able to recognize my grandchildren and help more around the house."

Sokchum is a 38-year-old coffee cart merchant from Siem Reap Province in Cambodia. He lives by himself and has three siblings who live with their single mother in another rural province a few hours away. To support himself and his family, Sokchum rents a small cart space to sell coffee. In his free time, Sokchum enjoys watching boxing and soccer on TV with his friends. About eleven years ago, Sokchum had an ear infection. This infection caused a cholesteatoma, an abnormal skin growth, to develop in the middle ear behind the ear drum. For this reason, Sokchum has been experiencing some concerning symptoms including difficulty in hearing, pain, and ear discharge. It has become increasingly difficult for him to communicate with his customers, family, and friends. Sokchum traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. On June 6th, he will undergo a mastoidectomy procedure in his left ear. During this procedure, ENT surgeons will remove the cholesteatoma. Sokchum is able to contribute $100 towards the cost of his treatment and need help raising $826 more to fund the procedure. This will cover the cost of medications, supplies, and inpatient care. Sokchum says: "I hope that after surgery I will be able to hear more clearly so I can improve communication with my customers."

Lach is a 68-year-old rice farmer from Kandal province, Cambodia. He is married and has five daughters and seven grandchildren. He lives with his wife and his third daughter, who works in a garment factory. In his free time, Lach enjoys listening to the news on the radio and spending time with his grandchildren. About one year ago, Lach developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so is not able to go places on his own. When Lach learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On June 5th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Lach can contribute $100 but needs help to raise $153 more to fund this procedure. Lach shared, "After surgery, I hope it is easier for me to work and help my family around the house."