Chantha is a 43-year-old former construction worker from Cambodia. He is married and lives in Kampong Chhnang Province with his wife, who works in a garment factory. They have three children: the eldest works as a car repairer, the second is a construction worker, and the youngest is in Grade 6. He is currently unemployed and spends his time raising chickens and growing vegetables at home. In May 2022, Chantha sustained a fracture on his right thighbone when he was trapped under a collapsed house. He initially underwent fracture repair surgery with plate and screws, followed by antegrade intramedullary nailing due to persistent symptoms. Presently, he experiences ongoing discomfort related to the surgical hardware. The condition causes persistent pain and discomfort, especially when walking or standing. He currently uses crutches for mobility, and has difficulty performing normal daily activities. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On May 19th, Chantha will undergo a fracture repair procedure (hardware removal with K-nail and bone grafting) which is expected to reduce his pain, improve mobility, and help him walk more comfortably without metal-related discomfort. Chantha is able to contribute towards the cost of his treatment, but needs help raising $550 more to fund the procedure. He says, “I hope this surgery will relieve my pain, allow me to walk normally again, and help me live without discomfort from the metal in my leg.”

Evidence is a 33-year-old woman and a single mother of two children from Uganda. She completed high school and obtained a qualification in procurement and finance management, but has been unable to find a job in her field. Five years ago, Evidence began to experience troubling symptoms, including unexplainable headaches, neck pains, breathlessness, and heart palpitations when climbing hills as she tended to the gardens. She was diagnosed with a multinodular goiter. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Evidence receive treatment. On February 12th, she is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy, where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $333, and she and her family need help raising money. Evidence says, "I pray that I may be helped by this program to get the surgery that has been recommended. I am praying, and I believe that if all goes well, I will return to normal after complete recovery and will be able to continue taking care of myself and my children."

Seanminh is a 10-year-old student from Cambodia. He lives in Preah Sihanouk province with his parents and younger brother, who is two years old. His father works as a tuk-tuk tricycle driver, and his mother is a stylist specializing in wedding embellishments. He is currently studying in Grade 5, enjoys mathematics, and dreams of becoming a teacher. In his free time, he likes playing volleyball with friends and playing with his brother. His favorite meal is fried pork. For the past two years, Seanminh has been experiencing frequent nosebleeds, snoring, and difficulty breathing during sleep. The symptoms affect his sleep and daily comfort, making it difficult to rest properly and focus during the day. When he was eight years old, his father brought him to a hospital, where he was diagnosed with tonsillar hypertrophy. Doctors recommended surgery, but the family could not afford the procedure. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $345 to fund a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy for Seanminh, which is scheduled to take place on March 10th. Surgeons will remove his tonsils and adenoids, hopefully relieving Seanminh of his symptoms and helping him live much more comfortably. Seanminh's father shared, “We are very grateful for the support that helped our child receive this treatment. We hope he will breathe easier, stop having nosebleeds, and live a healthier life.”