Success! Roque from the Philippines raised $261 to fund malnutrition treatment.

Roque
$261
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$0
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Fully funded
Roque's treatment was fully funded on September 26, 2017.
  • Roque's story
  • Roque's update
July 2, 2017

Photo of Roque post-operation

October 13, 2017

Roque underwent malnutrition treatment.

He grew to reach a normal height and weight. He also has an increased appetite and more energy. His mother says, "I'm so thankful to ICM ...

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Roque's Timeline

  • July 2, 2017
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Roque was submitted by Fe Gaspar, Koronadal TPC at International Care Ministries.

  • July 7, 2017
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Roque received treatment at Home-based malnutrition intervention program in Guatemala. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.

  • July 27, 2017
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Roque's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • September 26, 2017
    FULLY FUNDED

    Roque's treatment was fully funded.

  • October 13, 2017
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Roque's treatment was successful. Read the update.

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