CHINA – When little Yang Hui was diagnosed with congenital heart disease at the age of one, her parents saw their world turned upside down. Her father, a welder earning an unstable income, watched helplessly as his daughter could only run about 30 feet before needing to rest. The family faced crushing debt and an impossible choice.
“When we learned that our daughter had a heart problem, we were worried that as she grew up, the hole in her heart would grow too,” her parents shared. “We felt as if there was a time bomb in our hearts that would explode at any moment.” The surgery would cost 200,000 yuan, which is equivalent to about $28,000—an amount far beyond their reach. “Even if our family house was sold, we wouldn’t be able to pay for the surgery.”
Because YOU Cared, Yang Hui Got Surgery
But because of the caring hearts of friends like you, Yang Hui’s story didn’t end there. Through your support, this family found hope they never imagined possible after their daughter was diagnosed with congenital heart disease, and they began to believe again in her future.
Through a special partnership with the hospital, Operation Blessing was able to arrange a lifesaving surgery for Yang Hui. The transformation has been remarkable.
“My daughter can now walk nearly a mile to and from the commissary without us having to hold her,” her father beamed. “She likes to run after the big children in the village and can chase for more than an hour non-stop.”
Living Without Fear of Congenital Heart Disease
With Yang Hui’s renewed strength, her parents can rest a little bit easier. They no longer live with the fear they once carried when she was diagnosed with congenital heart disease, but instead celebrate the miracle of her recovery.
Your compassion gave this family help when they needed it most, and that help has turned to a new, vibrant hope. “We are especially grateful to the donors we have never met for helping us,” Yang Hui’s father said. “In the future, when our lives are better, we will also do our best to help others.”
