Boromey is a 23-year-old construction worker from Cambodia who lives with his parents and one younger brother in Banteay Mean Chey province. His father is a teacher in the village and his mother sells vegetables at the market. In his free time, he enjoys playing soccer with friends in the local field. Four years ago, Boromey was in a motorcycle accident, resulting in an injury to his left shoulder. This injury has caused muscle tightness, which affects his ability to bend his elbow and move his fingers. He has been diagnosed with a brachial plexus injury on his left side. The brachial plexus is a nerve network that transmits signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. Injuries to this nerve network can result in loss of function and sensation. He is currently unable to move his left arm, and he cannot work. Boromey traveled to Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre to receive treatment. This is the only center in the whole country where this treatment is available. On May 10th, he will undergo a brachial plexus repair surgery. After recovery, he will be able to use his left arm again. Boromey and his family are able to contribute $100 for his treatment but our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, needs $609 more to fund this procedure. Boromey said, "I hope to move my left arm easily again. I hope to pursue my dream of becoming a policeman one day."

Min is a 43-year-old man who lives with his friend’s family in Yangon, Burma. In March 2024, there was a conflict between the armed groups in his village in Rakhine State, where Min lived together with his wife. Their house was burnt down by the military soldiers so they ran away and hid in another town. However, conflict continued to persist, leading to the loss of connection with his wife and relatives while trying to escape from the attack. Now, Min is staying at his friend’s home, relying on their friend's family for basic needs. For basic healthcare, he mostly goes to the local clinic in Yangon. In his free time, Min likes reading books and the news. Min was diagnosed with a heart condition that requires replacement of the mitral valve, the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle. This valve controls the flow of blood, but certain conditions may cause blood to flow backward or the valve to become narrow. Currently, Min is having difficulty breathing and palpitations, limiting his daily activities such as walking and other physical activities. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund a mitral valve replacement for Min. The treatment is scheduled to take place at Pun Hlaing Hospital on July 12th and, once completed, will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. Min is hopeful that he will be reunited with his wife, and is grateful to receive the support from BCMF. He says, “Now I only have a life that BCMF gives so that I could continue to live for many years. I hope my operation goes well and recover soon. When I am healthy again, I wish to reunite with my wife and relatives in Rakhine State. I am very thankful to BCMF for making me escape from the hopeless condition.”

Bi is a 62-year-old retired rice farmer from Kampong Cham province. She is married with one son, four daughters, and ten grandchildren. She lives with her husband and their third daughter, both of whom also work as rice farmers. At home, Bi enjoys cooking for her grandchildren and listening to the Buddhist radio station. About six months ago, Bi 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. Bi has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own. When Bi learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for four and a half hours seeking treatment. On August 12th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and place an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, Bi will be able to see clearly. Bi and her family are able to contribute $100 towards the cost of her treatment and need help raising $153 more to fund the procedure. Bi says, "I hope to see more clearly so that I can take my grandchildren to school and walk to the pagoda on my own."