Ath is a 56-year-old grocery seller from Cambodia. He and his wife live in Takeo province with one of their daughters, son-in-law, and three grandchildren. His wife, daughter, and son-in-law support the family by working as silk weavers. Ath runs a small grocery stall in his village, selling packaged foods and home products. In his free time, he likes growing vegetables around their home and spending time with his grandchildren. Around two years ago, he developed a painful mass around his knee. He sought treatment at multiple clinics and used a lot of the family's savings to travel to Vietnam for further treatment in early 2024. He underwent procedures to remove the fluid and pus from the mass, but his condition has not improved. He experiences chronic pain and is only able to limp for short distances. When Ath learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On July 10th, surgeons at CSC will perform a wound debridement procedure to remove the infected tissue and help him walk more easily. Ath's family was able to contribute $100 towards medical costs but needs help raising the remaining $224 in funds. Ath shared, "I hope I can go back to work without pain and be able to walk and take care of my family again."

Agnes is a mother of one from Uganda. Agnes practices small-scale farming around their village. She lost her husband a few months ago due to an accident. Agnes is currently expecting her second child and doctors recommend she deliver via a c-section due to a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Agnes undergo a C-Section on August 10th. This procedure will cost $214 and Agnes needs your support. Agnes says, “I really need help and am not able to pay for myself, Otherwise I pray to God so that I can heal as soon as possible and be able to support my family.’’

Ma Khin is a 54-year-old day laborer who lives alone in a rural village in Tak Province, Thailand. She moved from Burma two years ago in search of better job opportunities but has since lost contact with her daughter and two sons, who remain in Burma. Before falling ill, Ma Khin worked as an agricultural laborer, but due to her condition, she has been unable to work for the past three months and has had no income during this time. Occasionally, a neighbor would provide her with food, offering rice and vegetables, but she is struggling to cover her living expenses and cannot afford the healthcare she desperately needs. In June 2024, Ma Khin began experiencing severe pain in her lower right abdomen. She struggles to eat, as her abdomen becomes bloated after meals, often forcing her to vomit. In addition, she suffers from breathing difficulties, frequent headaches, and persistent pain in both her abdomen and back, which have left her deeply concerned about her health. After seeking medical advice, she was diagnosed with a right ovarian tumor. Doctors have recommended a total abdominal hysterectomy, a procedure to remove her uterus and cervix. Without this treatment, Ma Khin’s symptoms will likely worsen, putting her at greater risk of severe health complications. Fortunately, Ma Khin is scheduled to undergo her hysterectomy on October 8th. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of her procedure and care. Once recovered, she will no longer experience pain or discomfort. She will be able to eat and sleep well and be able to return to work. Ma Khin shared, “Without the BCMF and the donors, I would have seen no way out of my suffering. I am very thankful to you for saving my life and I will never forget that.’’