June 10, 2021
Yon is a 62-year-old grocery seller with one brother and one sister. Yon lives with her nephew who is a garment worker and in her free time, she enjoys listening to the monks praying on the radio or at the pagoda.
Three years ago, Yon developed a cataract in her left eye causing her blurry vision, photophobia, and tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Yon learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for five hours with her nephew seeking treatment. On June 10th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Yon shared, “I hope I can go outside on my own after surgery and help my nephew take care of my grandchildren.”
Yon is a 62-year-old grocery seller with one brother and one sister. Yon lives with her nephew who is a garment worker and in her free time,...
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August 2, 2021
Yon underwent cataract surgery and can see clearly again.
Yon had successful surgery to improve her vision. After a brief post-operative stay, she was able to return home to her province. She is relieved her eyesight will fully improve soon so she can return to her job as a grocery seller. She was not able to work previously, and wants to help support her nephew and his family.
Her nephew said, “I’m happy my aunt will be able to take care of herself and be more independent. Her health is important to our family and we want her to see better than before.”
Yon had successful surgery to improve her vision. After a brief post-operative stay, she was able to return home to her province. She is re...
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