Oudam is a six-year-old student. His parents sell groceries to make a living, and he has three siblings. In his free time, Oudam enjoys playing with toys and watching children's musical programs. Two weeks ago, Oudam felt a painful mass in his left ear. Now, he experiences more pain and swelling. Fortunately, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), is helping Oudam receive treatment. His family traveled to CSC's care center where, on April 21st, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, they need help raising $273 to fund his procedure and care. Oudam's parents shared that they hope their son's pain will go away after surgery and he is back to feeling himself again soon.

Ma Ei is a 37-year-old woman who lives with and financially supports her parents and son in a village in Burma. Over the last year, Ma El has suffered from a debilitating uterine mass, which causes her severe pain and weakness. She was given medications for six months to try to help, but she did not feel any better. In January, Ma Ei went to Karen Baptist Convention (KBC) Hospital, where she was diagnosed with a myoma. Doctors shared that to heal she would need surgery to remove her uterus. She is now raising $1,207 to fund her surgery and care, which is scheduled for May 18th. Ma Ei says, “I am worried that I cannot support and care for my family. When I recover from surgery, I will go back to work in the garment factory. I need to support my parents and pay for my son’s education."

Cheng is a retired fish seller from Cambodia. She is 61 years old and has two daughters, four sons, and three grandchildren. She and her husband live with their youngest daughter, who is a garment worker. She likes to listen to the news and to monks pray on the radio. She also enjoys visiting the pagoda with her family. Two years ago, Cheng developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her to experience blurry vision and eye tearing. She often sees cloudy patches, which make it difficult for her to cook and help with housework. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own. When Cheng learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for one hour seeking treatment. On August 3rd, doctors will perform cataract surgery and place an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure. Cheng says, "I hope after surgery I can see better and help my daughter take care of my grandchildren."