By: Elizabeth T. Cheechea Maryland-County-FeJAL 

Jerome Brown, a father of four, is making a heartfelt plea for financial assistance from NGOs, Civil Society organizations, and humanitarians to save his 6-year-old daughter, Mary Brown. Struggling to meet the escalating medical expenses, Mr. Brown is reaching out to the community for support in this dire time.

Little Mary Brown has been battling an unidentified illness, characterized by severe swelling and an expanding abdomen, which was first noticed in March 2023. Despite seeking medical attention at the Pleebo Health Center in Maryland County, the root cause of her condition remains unknown.

Mr. Brown, who earns a meager income through manual labor, expressed his anguish over his inability to afford the necessary medical care for Mary. Juggling the responsibilities of providing for his children and caring for his mentally ill son, Wilson Brown, Mr. Brown’s financial burden has become overwhelming.

Compelled to leave his children for extended periods to earn a living, Mr. Brown emphasized the urgency of the situation, revealing that Mary’s deteriorating health prevents her from even eating properly. Despite previous visits to the James Jenkins Dickson Memorial Hospital in Harper city for further evaluation, conclusive results regarding Mary’s condition have remained elusive.

The gravity of Mary’s condition has necessitated the consideration of a surgical procedure, adding to the already daunting medical expenses. Mr. Brown, visibly distraught by his daughter’s suffering, emphasized the critical need for immediate intervention to save her life.

Reflecting on his family’s dire circumstances, Mr. Brown underscored the emotional toll of witnessing Mary’s health decline while grappling with limited resources. With tears in his eyes, he implored compassionate individuals to rally behind Mary’s cause and contribute whatever they can to facilitate her access to life-saving treatment.

As the community rallies around the Brown family during this challenging time, the urgency of Mary’s situation serves as a poignant reminder of the power of collective action in extending a lifeline to those in need. Through collective efforts and generosity, there remains hope for Mary’s recovery and a brighter future for the Brown family.