Gertrude is a farmer and a mother of six children, two daughters and four sons. Her youngest children are in school while the eldest are now married. Gertrude's husband is also a farmer. For three years now, Gertrude has been experiencing pain and other symptoms. She has been diagnosed with premalignant cervical lesions. She was not able to seek treatment due to financial challenges, so has relied on pain medicine to help. However, with persistent pain, she came to Nyakibale Hospital and doctors have recommended surgery. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $219 to fund Gertrude's surgery. On April 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center. Once recovered, Gertrude will be able to finally resume her daily activities free of pain. Gertrude is hopeful to feel herself again soon and told us, “I hope to get back to normal health and continue with farming to sustain my family once all goes well after my surgery."

Samson is a quiet and reserved 16-year-old boy. Three months ago, he started experiencing severe headaches. His father gave him medication but the headache was persistent so they visited a nearby hospital. There he received mediation, but after some time he started to stagger while walking. This has made it difficult for him to go anywhere on his own. His father took him to a branch of Kijabe Hospital in their home area where they referred Samson for treatment at Bethanykids Hospital. His father went with him back home, gathered some funds and now brought him to our medical partner's care center BethanyKids Hospital. Scans have revealed that Samson has a mass growing in his head, which has affected his right eye and his balance. The doctor recommends a craniotomy surgery to heal his condition. Samson is the last born in a family of five children. His mother passed away four years ago due to illness. Now his father sells groceries to provide for their family. Without insurance coverage, they are not able to raise the amount needed for Samson's care so our medical partner is helping to raise $1,500. Samson told us, “I would like to regain my health back and go to school and after that help my father in his business.”

Amor is an adorable 5-month-old baby from Ethiopia. He loves to play with rattles and stuffed animals with his mom. Amor's mom stays at home to care for him, while his father works as a tailor to help provide income for the family's basic needs. Amor was born with an inguinal hernia, which is a birth condition that results from a weakness in the abdominal wall. The condition often becomes more pronounced when a baby is crying or coughing. Currently, Amor experiences pain and discomfort, and his parents are worried about his health. Amor will need to undergo surgery to address his symptoms and prevent the risk of the hernia becoming incarcerated in the future. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help Amor receive treatment. On May 10th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at AMH's care center. This procedure will allow him to live more comfortably and confidently upon recovery. AMH is requesting $512 to fund Amor's surgery. Amor's mom shared, “With this surgery, I hope the bulge will disappear and he will get normal and free of any pain.”