Rahab is the oldest of three children and is a nursing student in her final year. Her two brothers are in primary school. Rahab’s father vends soap while her mother is a cook. The little amount they get is split to provide for the family and meet school fees for Rahab and her siblings.
On September 21st, while practicing for her college games, Rahab was injured. An x-ray indicated an ankle fracture. Rahab has not been able to walk with ease since the injury. She is not able to practice for the college games, nor is she able to nurse patients in the wards.
Surgeons will perform an open reduction internal fixation procedure, during which the fractured bone is reset and fixed in place using steel rods, screws, or plates. Rahab and her family are unable to afford this treatment. Without surgery Rahab will continue experiencing pain and difficulty in walking. The ankle could also heal incorrectly, possibly leading to ankle arthritis.
Rahab says, “I want to be well to complete my studies and help my parents clear the fees owed to the college.”