Isaac is a bright 18-year-old student from Uganda and the fourth child in his family of seven. He stays with his guardian, who is currently helping with his school fees. Isaac's parents are small-scale farmers and unable to afford the cost of his surgery needs. About seven months ago, Isaac developed a small, painless swelling on his forehead that he hoped would disappear with time. However, the mass has been increasing in size, and Isaac is concerned about future complications. Fortunately, he traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. On May 10th, surgeons will remove the mass. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is requesting $145 to fund this procedure. Isaac said: “I pray for a successful surgery. I want to look normal again. I will continue with education after recovery for a bright future.”

Huot is a 40-year-old father from Prey Veng province in Cambodia. He has one daughter and they live together in a rural area near the Vietnamese border. He earns a small living by collecting cans and bottles and selling them to the recycling center. In his free time, he likes to listen to the radio and watch the news. About two years ago, Huot developed a cataract in his right eye. The cataract has caused some tearing and prevents him from seeing out of his right eye. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces. Due to his poor eyesight, he is unable to go places without assistance as he is at risk of falling. When Huot learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), in Cambodia, he traveled for over three hours to seek treatment. Fortunately, doctors at CSC were able to quickly diagnose Huot's cataracts and on April 26th, surgeons will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in Huot's right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. CSC is requesting $253 to help fund this procedure. Huot shared, "I hope that I can see after surgery and do more work."

Marion is a small scale farmer. She is married with seven children, all of whom attend primary and secondary school. Their family lives in a two-room semi-permanent house and relies on farming, selling surplus crops to pay for school fees and other family needs. She had sought help at various health facilities but was unable to receive treatment due to her inability to pay. However, after learning that she might receive assistance with support of donors, Marion traveled to our medical partner's care center hoping to receive treatment. Marion presented at the hospital with swelling that has been present for a year. The swelling had become increasingly painful. As a result, she is living with a poor quality of life, and is unable to perform work or day-to-day duties. Without treatment, her condition will continue to affect her daily activities. On April 12th, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Marion needs help to raise $137 to fund this procedure. Marion says “I am stressed because am helpless since I don’t have money. I have suffered a lot with the condition, and I feel exhausted."