Piseth is a 33-year-old monk from Cambodia who lives in a pagoda near his hometown in Prey Veng province. Piseth's mother lives nearby and works on a rice farm. Piseth enjoys studying Buddhist texts and visiting his family in his free time. Ten years ago, Piseth had an ear infection. This infection caused a cholesteatoma, or abnormal skin growth, to develop in the middle ear behind the ear drum. For this reason, it is difficult for him to hear and communicate with others. Piseth traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. On June 28th, he will undergo a mastoidectomy procedure in his left ear. During this procedure, ENT surgeons will remove the cholesteatoma. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, requests $926 to fund this procedure. This covers medications, supplies, and inpatient care. He said, "I hope I can return to the pagoda and hear everyone better."

Aye is a 48-year-old woman from Thailand. She lives with her family, and recently stepped away from work due to health concerns. In her free time, Aye enjoys making traditional Burmese food. Since March, Aye has been experiencing bloating, a sense of fullness in her stomach, fatigue, and weakness. After seeking out medical care, Aye was diagnosed with a right ovarian tumor. Doctors recommended she undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy, a procedure wherein surgeons will remove her uterus. If left untreated, Aye's symptoms will continue to worsen and put her at risk for future health complications. Fortunately, our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), can help. Aye is scheduled to undergo her hysterectomy on June 13th at BCMF's care center. Now, BCMF is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of her procedure and care. Once recovered, Aye will no longer experience discomfort and can live more confidently. Aye said, "Since I was diagnosed with this condition, I cannot work. So, I have no income. I feel sorry that my niece's family has to support me despite their financial problems. However, I now feel relieved that this organization [BCMF] will support my treatment."

Rosette, who is a small-scale farmer, is 45 years old, and the mother of four young children. Rosette's husband is also a farmer, and together, they work hard to make ends meet for their family. For two years now, Rosette has been experiencing severe, lower abdominal pain, which has made it difficult for her to perform her daily tasks efficiently. Due to the family's financial constraints, however, she has been unable to seek medical attention. Now, due to the worsening of her condition, and the appearance of additional symptoms, Rosette has become concerned that she might have cancer. After finally being evaluated, she was diagnosed with a premalignant cervical lesion, which requires surgical intervention. On July 13th, Rosette will undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy at Karoli Lwanga Hospital, Nyakibale. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $219 to fund Rosette's surgery. Once she has recovered, Rosette will be able to resume her daily activities, free of pain. Rosette says: “I have been in much pain with worsening condition, and it has lowered my social life. I appeal for your support so that I can live well as I resume with farming.”