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Surgery to Live: A Fund to Save Lives
What Is the "Surgery to Live" Fund??
Surgery to Live is a special fund created by ASIA to respond to urgent requests for medical care from individuals who cannot afford it. Through this fund, we offer a real chance of recovery to people facing illness under extremely difficult economic conditions.
Why Was the Fund Created?
In the Himalayan regions where ASIA works, illness presents a major challenge—not only due to the physical and emotional suffering it causes but also because of the economic burden, which is often impossible to bear. In these areas, the cost of healthcare is prohibitive, and access to medical services is extremely limited.
The local conditions reveal a deeply troubling public health landscape: endemic diseases are widespread, while maternal and infant mortality rates remain unacceptably high. Compounding these challenges, much of the population lacks basic knowledge of hygiene and sanitation, access to safe drinking water is severely limited, and the existing healthcare infrastructure falls far short of meeting the communities' needs.
How ASIA Responds to These Challenges
ASIA works on multiple fronts to improve health outcomes in these communities:
- Training local health and clinical staff in rural communities
- Supporting traditional medicine
- Promoting hygiene and sanitation education
- Building healthcare facilities
- Promoting the Surgery to Live fund
How Does the Fund Work?
The fund follows a rigorous process to ensure that support reaches those most in need:
- Case-by-case assessment: Our local teams assess both the medical condition and the economic situation of the individual.
- Provision of support: Once approved, the fund may cover various costs related to vital support.
- Medical care Hospitalization Surgical procedures
What Impact Has the Fund Had So Far?
Thanks to the Surgery to Live fund, we've helped many individuals rebuild their lives:
- Gurmej Kaur, a young and recently married woman while fighting a store with sarcoma, underwent multiple surgeries
- Tashi Wangyal, a student suffering from nephritis, received life-saving treatment
- Karma Tesso, a survivor of the Yushu earthquake, was able to treat a femur fracture
- Kalsam Raj Magar, a student with a brain tumor, underwent life-saving operations thanks to our support
These are just a few of the many stories that show the real impact of this fund.
With your help, we can ensure that this right is extended to more people every day. Every contribution makes a difference. Together we can make a difference.