Meet Joshua

Success! Joshua from Kenya raised $585 to fund surgery to heal his hernia.

Photo of Joshua post-operation
$585
raised
$0
to go
Fully funded
Joshua's treatment was fully funded on February 8, 2023.
  • Joshua's story
  • Joshua's update
September 14, 2022
February 17, 2023

Joshua’s surgery was successfully with no complications during his procedure or as he healed. After the surgery, he was discharged home on t...

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Joshua's Timeline

  • September 14, 2022
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Joshua was submitted by Ruth Kanyeria, SAFE Program Coordinator at African Mission Healthcare

  • September 15, 2022
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Joshua received treatment at BethanyKids Kijabe Hospital (BKKH) in Kenya. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.

  • September 17, 2022
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Joshua's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • February 8, 2023
    FULLY FUNDED

    Joshua's treatment was fully funded.

  • February 17, 2023
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Joshua's treatment was successful. Read the update

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Beatrice is 45 years old and a mother of two from Malawi. She is a widow and sells second-hand clothing to support her family. Through determination and hard work, she managed to sustain her household despite many challenges. However, a long battle with uterine fibroids has now left her fighting not only for her livelihood but also for her health and survival. Before her illness, Beatrice enjoyed an active and productive life. She took pride in her small business and supported herself through her daily efforts. In 2013, Beatrice started to experience heavy bleeding, severe headaches, and persistent back pain. The symptoms progressively worsened, causing great concern and affecting her quality of life. Seeking medical help, Beatrice visited a hospital, where a scan revealed uterine fibroids. She underwent a myomectomy to remove the fibroids, offering relief from her symptoms. For nearly ten years, she lived comfortably and continued supporting herself through her business. Unfortunately, in 2024, her symptoms returned. She was bleeding heavily, causing her severe anemia. She required a blood transfusion to bring her back to health. Doctors determined that a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH) would be the most appropriate treatment to address her condition and prevent potentially fatal complications permanently. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Beatrice's surgery. On August 19th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once recovered, Beatrice will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Beatrice shared, "Your support will be highly appreciated to save my life."

$625raised
$738to go