When you were
in school, you’d have probably learned that the heart supplies oxygenated blood
to all parts of your body for it to function well. You probably took it for
granted, too, that it was the same for everyone. But for those with an Atrial
Septal Defect, it isn’t like this. The heart condition we just named here, is a
condition where the amount of oxygen in the blood is lowered tremendously – and
the heart supplies the blood with inadequate oxygen to the body’s many organs. Those that have the condition have a hole in
the heart, which causes deoxygenated blood to flow in and mix with the
oxygenated blood. The saddest part about this disease is it is usually
undetected and only shows symptoms when adulthood is attained. By this time,
the only way to treat it is surgery.
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| Jobelle and her children |
A rather
difficult condition, Atrial Septal Defect needs about $15,000 to rectify
through a surgical procedure. For Jobelle Fernandez, that is a lot of money –
way beyond what she can afford right now. She worked in Hong Kong as a domestic
help and nanny – but now, can’t work because of her health condition. She needs
the surgery soon to be able to lead a normal life, and to take care of her two
beautiful daughters.
Michael
Fernandez, her cousin, has an appeal to make:
Despite everything
that is happening, my cousin is taking everything well and not losing hope but
the operation should be done as early as possible for her to live.
We are
desperately in need of help don't know what to do or where to turn. We have
been asking for help everywhere and one good soul taught us how to do a
fundraiser. If we can spread the word to
15,000 or more Facebook users and each one can share or donate just $1, we
should be able to produce $15,000 in no time! Even if you can’t contribute
financially, we would be happy to have your support in spreading the word. Any
assistance is welcome, really.
For those that want to verify this fundraiser please
contact Philippine Heart Center for information about the patient Jobelle
Fernandez.
To support Jobelle's surgical expenditure, click here