- Request received02/02/2026
- Checked & confirmed28/02/2026
- Fundraising28/02/2026
- Treatment provided13/04/2026
- Invoice paid31/03/2026
- Case closed11/06/2026
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.
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Shaly M., 2
Report publishedInfections
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$105
About infections
Bacterial meningitis is a severe infection of the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord (meninges). It develops when bacteria enter the bloodstream and reach the brain, causing high fever, severe headache, vomiting, convulsions, neck stiffness, confusion, and reduced responsiveness. It is a medical emergency that requires immediate hospital treatment.
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$105 raised of $105
Awasi Catholic Mission Health Centre
Awasi, Nyando
Background
Shaly is a two-year-old child living with her maternal grandmother. She is the only child of a teenage mother who, due to financial challenges, left to work as a house help in town, leaving Shaly in the care of her elderly grandmother. Shaly had been well until two days earlier, when she gradually developed high fever affecting her whole body. She was given painkillers at home, but her condition did not improve. She was then taken to the health facility after experiencing a convulsion lasting more than five minutes, accompanied by rolling of the eyes. The family learned about Helpster Charity during one of the organization’s when the health facility had an outreach activity in their locality; the health facility staff mentioned that there is a new organization by the name of Helpster Charity that is assisting sick underprivileged children.
Medical history
Shaly was admitted into the children's ward and put under treatment. She showed improvement and after some day was ready for discharge. Doctors prescription adherence and close monitoring since the baby is young would lead to recover fully.
Prognosis
Shaly was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis after presenting with high fever and prolonged convulsions. This condition is serious and can progress rapidly, affecting the brain and nervous system. She required urgent admission, intravenous antibiotics, anticonvulsant medication, and close monitoring to control the infection and prevent complications. Following timely treatment and careful monitoring, Shaly is on a positive recovery path. With continued medication, follow-up visits, and supportive care, she should regain her strength
