Mugyenzi is a 65-year-old married father of nine children. Two of his children are nurses, one is a teacher, and the others are all married and work as small scale farmers. He and his wife earn a living through small scale farming too. They have bananas, coffee, and raise two cows from which they get milk for home consumption. Mugyenzi came to the hospital with a left scrotal swelling that he has had for four years. It started as a small swelling with no pain, but it has gradually grown. Recently, he has experienced pain, and has difficulty sitting or lying down. Mugyenzi was introduced to a surgical support program at our medical partner's care center by a friend. After examination by the doctor, he was diagnosed with a bilateral hernia and an excision treatment was recommended. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is helping Mugyenzi to receive treatment. On May 25th, he will undergo a cystectomy at AMH's care center and now AMH is requesting $220 to cover the cost of his surgery. Mugyenzi shared, “I hope of getting better and recovering to continue with farming to sustain my family.”

Kagora is a 61-year-old married father. He and his wife have six children, including four daughters and two sons. He earns a living by growing bananas and coffee on his land. For three years, Kagora has had a bilateral inguinal hernia. The hernia causes him pain, especially when he coughs, carries heavy loads, or walks long distances. Without treatment, the hernia could become strangulated. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is helping Kagora receive treatment. On June 8th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at AMH's care center. Now, AMH is requesting $230 to fund Kagora's surgery. Once complete, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Kagora shared, “my doctor says the only treatment to my condition is surgery and yet my pockets are really dry to help me afford it. If I am given your support, the surgery will be done and I will regain my health and resume with my activities well.”

Chum is a 65-year-old farmer and mother from Cambodia. She has one son and four daughters, and many grandchildren. Chum lives with her husband and their eldest daughter. She enjoys taking care of her grandchildren and listening to the monks pray on the radio. Four years ago, Chum developed a cataract in both eyes, causing her sensitivity to light, blurry vision, and tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Chum learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled with her daughter seeking treatment. On June 9th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in each eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $425 procedure. Chum shared, "it makes me so happy that after my surgery I will be able to see well. I am looking forward to going outside on my own, helping my daughter plant crops and cook, and take care of my grandchildren."