Savoeun is a 64-year-old woman from Cambodia. She previously worked as a rice farmer and is now retired. She is married and has three sons, three daughters, and fifteen grandchildren. She lives with her husband, who is also a retired farmer, and they are supported financially by their children. In her free time, she enjoys listening to the radio and listening to monks' prayers. For the past two years, Savoeun has been living with age-related cataracts. She developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. 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 Savoeun learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On July 8th, 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 $263 procedure. Savoeun said, "I hope that after cataract surgery, my vision will improve so that I can recognize my relatives more easily and go outside with greater confidence and independence."

Jostin is an eight-year-old boy from Colombia. When he grows up, he wants to become a lawyer to help others. His charisma, enthusiasm, and love of life inspire those around him every day. About six months ago, Jostin was evaluated by a pediatric dentist, who diagnosed multiple deep cavities. Since then, he has been under continuous follow-up, but unfortunately, the progression of the disease has been evident. The intense and persistent pain, accompanied by swelling and marked difficulty eating, began to significantly impact his quality of life. Jostin has severe tooth decay, which affects his ability to speak, eat, and perform daily tasks comfortably. If left untreated, Jostin will continue to experience pain and discomfort, putting them at risk for other health complications. After assessing the extent of the lesions, the number of affected teeth, and the patient’s young age, the medical team determined that the best and safest option is to perform the treatment under general anesthesia. This decision aims not only to ensure comprehensive and effective care but also to protect the child’s emotional well-being. Jostin will be receiving support from our medical partner, Clinica Noel. Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo dental surgery on November 27th. Clinica Noel is requesting $1,109 to cover the cost of this procedure. Jostin's parents believe that this treatment represents an opportunity for relief and recovery. "This will allow him to smile again without pain, eat properly, improve his academic performance, and confidently resume his play and learning," they said.

Dorica is a 47-year-old woman from Malawi. She is married and has four children. She and her husband depend on small-scale farming as their primary source of livelihood. For three years, Dorica has been experiencing uncomfortable gynaecological symptoms that have affected her health, leading to severe anaemia requiring a blood transfusion. Due to her condition, she is currently unable to carry out her usual household responsibilities or participate in farming activities. Her husband has become her primary caregiver and has remained by her side throughout her illness. Dorica was diagnosed with uterine fibroids and needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Dorica's surgery. On October 30th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. This treatment will address her symptoms and prevent other complications. Dorica shared, "My energy is completely drained due to my overwhelming symptoms that have brought more stress to my life; your support will bring comfort and revamp my life."