Van is 63 years old and a rice farmer from Cambodia. His wife and his eldest child also work on the rice fields. His middle child is a construction worker and the youngest is a teacher. Outside of work, he enjoys playing chess with friends in his village. In September 2025, Van was diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB) in his right hip. The infection severely damaged the hip joint, causing pain in his right hip, knee, and outer thigh. He completed six months of TB treatment in March 2026, but the damage continued to affect his ability to walk. On April 29, 2026, he underwent a Girdlestone procedure to remove the damaged part of his hip joint. Further investigations showed chronic osteomyelitis but no evidence of TB. Although he has already had surgery, he still experiences mild pain when doing activities and needs a crutch to walk. He cannot walk outside his home or return to farming, making it difficult for him to carry out his usual activities independently. Van visited our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, for further treatment. Following reassessment, the medical team recommended a right revision total hip replacement, scheduled for November 4th. The operation aims to reduce his hip pain and improve his mobility, giving him hope of walking more comfortably, going outside independently, and eventually returning to farming. Van can contribute $100, but needs help raising $1,400 more to help cover the cost of his surgery and post-operative care. Van said, “I hope this surgery will ease my hip pain and help me walk more comfortably. I miss being able to go outside and work on my farm. I want to regain my independence, move around without relying on crutches, and return to my normal daily activities when I recover.”

Roberto is a resilient 56-year-old man from the Philippines. He is currently unemployed and relies on his brother for food and daily support. He had previously worked as a messenger but had to stop after being advised by the doctor to avoid lifting heavy objects. Two months ago, Roberto was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia, a condition that occurs when abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the lower abdominal muscles, causing a bulge in the groin area. The condition has caused him anxiety and has prevented him from working. Doctors have recommended a hernia repair surgery to treat his condition. Fortunately, on May 16th, Roberto will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. A portion of the cost of treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. Our medical partner is raising the remaining $1,038 to cover the cost of his surgery and care. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Roberto says, "Many thanks to the foundation and to all the people who helped me and became instruments of God in supporting me through this difficult time. May God continue to guide, protect, and bless you, and may your kindness be returned to you many times over."

Srey Touch is a 50-year-old mother of four from Phnom Penh, Cambodia, who lives with her husband, a fish farmer. They have four children: two work in factories, one works in Korea, and another is a waitress. In her free time, Srey Touch enjoys chatting with friends in her village and spending time with her family. About three years ago, Srey Touch slipped and fell in her backyard, causing a fracture of her right kneecap. After the injury, she sought treatment from a traditional Khmer healer, but the condition did not fully recover. Although she was initially able to walk with only mild discomfort, her knee pain has gradually worsened over time. She now experiences increasing pain and difficulty walking, which affects her mobility and makes daily activities more challenging. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On June 2nd, Srey Touch will undergo a fracture repair procedure. Surgeons will perform a partial patellectomy or tension band wiring to repair the fractured kneecap and improve knee function. This procedure is expected to reduce pain, improve walking ability, and help her regain greater independence in her daily activities. She can contribute $100, but needs help raising $500 more to fund her procedure and care. Srey Touch said, “I hope this surgery will relieve my knee pain and help me walk comfortably again so I can return to my normal daily activities.”