The last gift distribution in the pediatrics ward at the end of May was a real hit!
This month's packets included color pages, school supplies, dental care items and of course, candy!
Rachel, a visiting medical student from England and Josie, a nursing student from the states helped to distribute your gifts to the kids.
This is a photo of one of our neonatal patients who was brought in just after birth with an extensive, pustular skin infection. Apparently two siblings before him died of a similar illness and his mother, desperate not to lose a third child, came in right away.
During his stay with us, the infection ate away at his scalp, leaving the bone exposed and subsequently causing necrosis, or death, of a portion of the skull. We were unsure whether or not the necrosis would continue, thereby affecting the brain and central nervous system. Fortunately, with antibiotics, regular dressing changes and prayer, the infection cleared, the skull remained intact and the OR team was able to perform a skin graft. After spending a few tense months in our pediatrics unit, our little patient and his joyful mother were able to return home!
Rachel and I, using candy to bribe this little one for a smile:-)
This patient burst out in a belly laugh when he saw all his goodies!
Thanks again so much for your time and effort. Your gifts have brought such joy and excitement to the patients and their families. May God bless you as you have blessed us.