We have helped Veronica with the purchase and delivery of orthopedic medical equipment (February 2024)
Age: 9 y. o.
Residence: Mykolaiv, Ukraine
Diagnosis: congenital scoliosis, funnel chest, flat feet
Needs:an orthopedic mattress
Funds to raise: EUR 200
The girl has a severe scoliosis, but, unfortunately, no treatment is provided except for supportive measures in the form of massage, swimming and wearing a corset. In addition, it is very important to sleep on an orthopedic mattress. The situation in the family is difficult: the girl’s father is also sick, he cannot work and requires a constant treatment. The only breadwinner in the family is Veronica’s mother. So the funds lack, and there is no government support. To purchase the mattress, they need EUR 200.
We have helped Alexander to pay for the operation (February 2024)
Age: 8 y. o.
Residence: Ivanovo, Russia
Diagnosis: microtia grade 2, partial artresia, hearing loss
Needs:treatment in US
Funds to raise: $8,347
Alexander was born with a congenital pathology of the ears. Four years ago, after a conference with American doctors, the family began collecting for an operation in a US clinic. Yet in September, the boy was diagnosed with cholesteatoma in his right ear. The treatment plan has changed. Such a tumor upon its growth destroys the tissues, the auditory ossicles, the auditory nerve. Its contents can enter the meninges and cause meningitis. The child can only be helped if operated on. The American clinic Global Hearing is ready to perform the surgery for Alexander to restore the hearing and remove cholesteatoma. The clinic bill amounts to $56,000. It remains to collect $8,347.
The collection is over. Thank you!
Age: 3 y.o. (baptized as Savva)
Residence: Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
Diagnosis: hemaphagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, Epstein-Barr virus
Needs: a course of a medicine
Funds to raise: EUR 350
Saba used to enjoy an active life: studying, playing, working as a co-host on Orthodox radio, participating in creative competitions. But in 2019, when Saba was visiting his grandparents in Georgia, the boy had suddenly felt unwell. The examination showed a severe form of Epstein-Barr virus.
We have already helped Saba last year. The treatment has brought good results. But, on January 6 and 30, 2022, Saba has had epileptic seizures. After a thorough examination, his neurologist has recommended to increase the doses of medicines. Their supply of medicines and syringes for the child will not last long.
To purchase the medicines for coming 6 months, family of Saba requires about EUR 350.
