Naing Htun is a 40-year-old father of four who lives with his parents, his wife, and his children in Burma. Naing Htun used to work as a carpenter, but in 2009 he had a stroke and lost mobility on the left side of his body.
Naing Htun can now walk on his own, but he is now facing another problem. He frequently feels weak and tired, and after seeking medical treatment at the local hospital, he was diagnosed with cardiac disease.
Naing Htun cannot afford hospital fees or prescriptions because he is out of work. His wife and daughters barely make enough money in their vegetable sales and factory jobs to support the family.
For $2,000, Naing Htun will receive cardiac surgery at a local hospital. This operation will remove the diseased heart tissue and eliminate his symptoms of fatigue, heavy breathing, and heart palpitations so that Naing Htun can return to supporting his family.