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Obvious is a 12-year-old from Uganda who needs $230 to fund surgery so she can play and sing easily again.

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December 12, 2022

Obvious is a 12-year-old student from southwestern Uganda. She has one brother and two sisters. She and her siblings are all in school, with Obvious studying in grade four this year. Her parents are peasant farmers, and most of their income pays for their children’s school fees. During her free time, Obvious loves to play and sing with other children.

For three months, Obvious has had a supra umbilical hernia that causes her pain, especially when she is walking or playing. She visited our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), for review, and the doctors recommended surgery. On December 13th, Obvious will undergo hernia repair surgery that will allow her to live more comfortably and confidently. AMH is requesting $230 to fund this procedure.

Obvious’s mother says, “My daughter requires surgery, but we do not have money for it. Please help us.”

Obvious is a 12-year-old student from southwestern Uganda. She has one brother and two sisters. She and her siblings are all in school, with...

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Obvious's Timeline

  • December 12, 2022
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Obvious was submitted by Edward Mugane, Impact Assessment Coordinator at African Mission Healthcare.

  • December 13, 2022
    TREATMENT SCHEDULED

    Obvious was scheduled to receive treatment at Karoli Lwanga Hospital, Nyakibale in Uganda. 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.

  • December 13, 2022
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Obvious's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • TODAY
    AWAITING FUNDING

    Obvious is currently raising funds for her treatment.

  • TBD
    AWAITING UPDATE

    Awaiting Obvious's treatment update from African Mission Healthcare.

Funded by 4 donors

Funded by 4 donors

Treatment
Hernia Repair
  • Cost Breakdown
On average, it costs $230 for Obvious's treatment
Hospital Fees
$93
Medical Staff
$0
Medication
$14
Supplies
$106
Labs
$6
Other
$11

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