Neang is a 67-year-old woman from Cambodia who is married and has two daughters, three sons, and six grandchildren. In her free time, she likes to listen to monks pray at the pagoda and watch Khmer and Thai movies on TV.
About three months ago, Neang developed a cataract in each eye, which has caused her to experience blurred vision, tearing, and cloudy lenses. As a result, it is difficult for her to see things clearly, do any work, or go anywhere outside by herself comfortably. Neang worries about going blind one day.
Our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, is requesting $398 to fund small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant for each of Neang’s eyes. The surgery is scheduled to take place on July 4 and, once completed, will hopefully restore Neang’s vision to its former state and allow her to live more comfortably.