- Request received31/07/2023
- Checked & confirmed25/08/2023
- Fundraising25/08/2023
- Treatment provided23/02/2024
- Invoice paid25/03/2024
- Case closed26/03/2024
Why is treatment sometimes done earlier than the payment?
When a case is urgent and vital, hospitals often proceed with delivering medical care right away to save a life, even before the finalisation of admission procedures. Usually, when this happens, hospitals put the bill on our credit until the funds are transferred to their accounts. That’s why the chronology can sometimes be in disorder.
Victor W., 12
Report publishedInfections
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$80
About infections
Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to people through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. It is preventable and curable. Severe malaria typically occurs due to delayed treatment of uncomplicated malaria. This stage of the disease is defined by the evidence of vital organ dysfunction.
$80 left to save this life
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$0 raised of $80
Bokoli Subcounty Hospital
Bokoli Sub-County Hospital, Sikata - Kimilili Rd, Bokoli
Background
Victor is 12 years and he is a third born in the family of 6. Victor likes playing football, watching TV and singing. He would like to be a lawyer. Victor is a member of the debate club in school and most of his classmates always want to be in the same side of the debate as him since his team always wins the debate. His parent said that he is very responsible and is also a prefect in the school.
Medical history
After undergoing three days of treatment, Victor was discharged and is now in good health. His return to school brought joy to his classmates, and he no longer experiences dizziness, enabling him to resume his daily activities without hindrance. The abdominal pain and headache have also diminished significantly. When Victor's mother visited the facility, she found that she had no hospital fees to pay, prompting Helpster to step in and assist the family. A follow-up check-up a few days later revealed Victor's continued progress. He returned for a final check-up after completing his medication, happily running around the hospital. His mother expresses deep gratitude to Helpster Charity for their support.
Prognosis
Victor had uncomplicated malaria which hasn't been treated, and as a consequence has progressed to severe malaria. The condition needs to be treated urgently, as it may cause complications and various organ failure.
