Seanghong is a 14-year-old student from Cambodia. He lives at home with his mother and siblings. Seanghong has two brothers and one sister, and he is the youngest in the family. His father passed away several years ago, and his mother now works as a farmer. His siblings also work to support the family. At school, he is in seventh grade and loves to read. He also enjoys playing sports with his friends.
When he was only one year old, Seanghong was burned on the right side of his body. He received care at an NGO hospital, but has since had scar contractures on his right hip, right knee, and right foot. These scars have caused him pain and irritation, and make it difficult to walk or run.
When Seanghong learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On October 13th, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to help him move easily again. Now, he needs help to fund this $477 procedure.
Seanghong shared, “I hope that after this surgery, I can be a better soccer player and athlete.”