Htike is a 3-year-old boy from Thailand. He lives with his parents in Tak Province. His father works as a day laborer and his mother is a homemaker. They rely solely on his father's income, which is not enough to cover basic medical expenses. In 2023, Htike started experiencing blood and mucus in his stool. He also became sick and feverish. When his mother noticed these symptoms, she took him to Mae Tao Clinic (MTC) where they tested his blood and urine. Due to his fast heartbeat, he was also given a drip. His fever went away and it seemed like Htike's condition improved. In February 2024, they returned to MTC due to his high fever. This time, the medic advised them to go to Mae Sot Hospital (MSH) for further investigation and MSH later referred Htike to Chiang Mai Hospital. Doctors want Htike to undergo a CT scan, a procedure in which x-ray images taken from several angles are combined to produce cross-sectional images of the body. This scan will hopefully help doctors diagnose his condition and formulate an appropriate treatment plan. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), is requesting $693 to cover the cost of Htike's CT scan and care, scheduled for May 13th. Htike's mother said, “Thank you to the donors and BCMF for helping my child. It means a lot to us. I do not know what I would have done if I did not meet BCMF.”

Lucio is a 48-year-old man from the Philippines. He resides with his brother, the sole remaining member of his family, and is employed in his brother's micro-enterprise where they produce and sell rice cakes. For this, he earns $87 a month as his personal allowance. One year ago, Lucio started experiencing pain in a sensitive area. He initially thought it was a urinary tract infection, but when the pain persisted, he was taken to our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. Upon review, he was diagnosed with inguinal hernia, a condition in which soft tissue bulges through a weak point in the abdominal muscles. The doctors advised that he undergo hernia repair surgery. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, is helping Lucio receive treatment. On May 9th, surgeons at Our Lady of Peace Hospital will perform hernia repair surgery to relieve his symptoms and allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. A portion of the cost of Lucio's treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, but Lucio still needs help raising $1,103 to fund the procedure. Lucio says: "My income only covers my personal expenses. I even eat at my brother's table, so I am very grateful for this opportunity. Thank you for helping me."

Naw Htee is a 23-year-old woman from Thailand who lives with her family in a refugee camp. Her older sister works at the library, and her husband works as a day labourer. During her free time, Naw Htee enjoys weaving traditional Karen shirts. However, she stopped weaving when she was further along in her pregnancy, as she cannot sit and weave comfortably. Naw Htee is currently expecting her first child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because she is experiencing pre-eclampsia and cephalopelvic disproportion. By delivering via a C-section, her doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Fortunately, our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), is helping Naw Htee undergo a C-Section on September 5th. This procedure will cost $1500, and Naw Htee needs your support. Naw Htee's husband shared: "I am very worried about my wife and child. I hope that they are safe."