There is progress, though we have not been able to yet get the Foundation going, due to the paucity of funds.
We have identified a patient, the second in Uganda, the first being my son, Adwaiy.
Sewungu J. Augustine is a seven year old boy and he is haemophilic but the type of haemophilia is not yet determined.
While I feel somewhat fulfilled by finding him and knowing that the work is going to be meaningful, I am saddened to know that support here in Uganda is so pathetic that his type is not identified. Imagine living for 7 years without knowing exactly what the condition afflicting you is. How lucky Adwaiy is, by being born in India. At least, we know what afflicts him and we can provide care.
Sewungu's father is a primary school teacher and will drop by tomorrow. Hopefully, I should then have a photograph to put on the blog.
One the brighter side, we have found new people who will join hands - Dr. Henry Ddungu, Haematologist at Mulago and Winnie Nuwamanya, Occupational Hygienist with the Ministry of Labour.
Hopefully, we can have the HFU going soon so that other Sewungus could be unearthed and supported.
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