Patrick, who is 26 years old, is the fourth of five children in his family, all of whom are subsistence farmers in Uganda. Patrick is a first-year student at Gables Technical where he is pursuing a certificate in plumbing. Following his father's death from cancer in 2020, Patrick was left to care for his mother, who is also a farmer. For two years, Patrick has lived with a left inguinal hernia. This hernia causes him pain when he walks, lifts heavy items, or when he stands for long periods of time. His friend referred him to our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation. Now, Patrick is scheduled for hernia repair surgery on February 14th at Karoli Lwanga Hospital, Nyakibale. Patrick appeals for your help to finance the $230 procedure, which will enable him to live more comfortably and confidently. Patrick says: “I hope to fully recover after the planned surgery and with your support."

Bunnarith is a 35-year-old waiter who lives with his mother in Phnom Penh City in Cambodia. Bunnarith is engaged to be married and is excited about the upcoming ceremony. His fiancee works at a local bank. When not waiting tables, Bunnarith enjoys playing football with his friends on a vacant lot near his home. In April 2022, Bunnarith was involved in a motorcycle collision and fractured his left tibia. He went to a private clinic, where doctors implanted hardware to stabilize the fracture. Now that his bone has healed completely, Bunnarith wants the metal hardware removed to avoid potential health problems and improve his mobility. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On May 5th, Bunnarith will undergo a hardware removal procedure at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre, which will cost $304. This procedure will help Bunnarith walk easily. Hopefully, he will be able to stand for long periods at the restaurant without the ache in his leg he currently experiences. He needs your help to raise the money for his surgery. Bunnarith said: "I want to start my married life without metal in my leg, so I can be healthy. I hope the wound will heal quickly."

Phen is a 39-year-old rice farmer from Kandal province. She is married and her husband also works on their rice farm. In her free time, she likes watching the news and Cambodian comedy TV shows. About one year ago, Phen developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so is not able to go places on her own. When Phen learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for an hour and a half seeking treatment. On February 2nd, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure. She said, "I hope after surgery my eye can see better and I can go back to work."