October 9, 2015
Meet Aron, a 21-month-old baby boy from Guatemala who “loves to play with toy cars, run around his house, and hang out with the chickens in his front yard,” our medical partner, Wuqu’ Kawoq (WK), shares.
Aron is malnourished, and has frequent bouts of diarrhea. He has struggled to gain weight since he was born. “Without intervention Aron’s immune system will continue to weaken and his growth will continue to decline, both of which are large threats to his future,” WK reports. His condition threatens his mental development and eventually his performance in school.
WK explains that Aron’s family is unable to afford the necessary treatment. “Aron’s mother feels that he is sick because of her. Her family cannot afford a lot of food, and her parents have given her very little guidance on how to raise children.” Aron’s father works in the field, but doesn’t generate sufficient income for his son’s healthcare.
For $535, Aron will receive treatment for his malnutrition, and his mother will enroll in a nutritional education program. “Aron will recoup the height and weight he has lost and will avoid the long term effects of malnutrition, instead developing the ability to concentrate and eventually succeed in school and the workforce,” WK details.
“I will never forget that you want to help me,” expresses Aron’s mother.
Meet Aron, a 21-month-old baby boy from Guatemala who "loves to play with toy cars, run around his house, and hang out with the chickens in ...
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December 16, 2015
Aron received treatment for acute malnutrition.
“Aron’s appetite has increased, and his weight and height are both increasing, following a positive growth trajectory,” our medical partner, Wuqu’ Kawoq (WK) shares.
His mother’s efforts have also brought significant improvements to his health. WK says: “His mother has been an active participant in her nutrition courses and making changes in his diet” to make it more varied with protein, vegetables, and fruit. “She understands the power of good nutrition and is dedicated to improving her child’s health.”
Because of his progress, “he has more energy and loves to walk with his little cousin who is around his age.” WK also shares that Aron is beginning to show long term improvements: “Aron’s immune system is strengthening, and he has not been sick in weeks.”
“I am so happy because every day I can see that my child is getting better,” Aron’s mother shares. “He is eating more and has more energy, and this is because out you. I am so grateful for all of the help you have given us.”
"Aron's appetite has increased, and his weight and height are both increasing, following a positive growth trajectory," our medical partner,...
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