Claudy is an 11 month old child from Haiti. He is the youngest child in his family. He lives with his mother, father, brother and sister and is very playful. Claudy has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain and increases intracranial pressure. As a result of his condition, Claudy has been experiencing Increasing head circumference. Without treatment, Claudy will experience severe physical and developmental delays. Our medical partner, Project Medishare, is requesting $897 to cover the cost of surgery for Claudy at Hospital Bernard Mevs that will treat his hydrocephalus. This is the only site in the country where this care is currently available and the procedure is scheduled to take place on July 4th. This critical treatment will drain the excess fluid from Claudy's brain to reduce intracranial pressure and greatly improve his quality of life. With proper treatment, Claudy will hopefully develop into a strong, healthy young boy. The family is hoping that the surgery will allow him to grow and enjoy a healthy life without further challenges.

Savan is a 69-year-old retired rice farmer from Takeo province, Cambodia. She is single and has two older brothers and two older sisters. She used to live with her brother, who recently passed away, and now lives with a nephew who is a rice farmer and supports her living. At home, she cooks for the family, listens to the monks pray on the radio, and takes care of her grandnieces and grandnephews. About two years ago, Savan developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. She can no longer walk to her local pagoda for prayers and feels lonely at home. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own. When Savan learned about our medical partner Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On August 8th, doctors at CSC's care center will perform a small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Savan is able to contribute $50 to the cost of the surgery and is asking for help to raise the remaining $253 to fully fund the procedure. Savan said, "I hope after surgery, I can easily go out and recognize the faces of my family."

Chroeun is a 35-year-old corn farmer and father from Cambodia. He and his wife have three children aged three, eleven, and fifteen. His children attend school, and his wife works with him in the corn fields. In his free time, Chroeun enjoys spending time with his family, and prior to his accident, he was an avid volleyball player. In February, Chroeun suffered burns on both of his arms from a fire at the corn fields. Burn scan contractures have developed, tightening the skin around his elbows. As a result, it is difficult for him to bend his arms, and he has difficulty doing everyday tasks. When Chroeun learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), he traveled for an hour seeking treatment. On November 2nd, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to help improve function in his arms. CSC is requesting $495 to fund this procedure. Chroeun contributed $100 to his care. Chroeun shared, " I hope I can move my arms better so I can go back to work and help support my family."