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SUNSHINE HEARTS

"Together as a nation, we have the obligation to put sunshine into the hearts of our little ones. They are our precious possessions. They deserve what happiness life can offer." Nelson Mandela

By CURE International

February 16^th, 2019

CURE International's Week in Photos: A collection of moments captured throughout the CURE network this past week.

Ethiopia

Photos by Bethelehem Teshome

Nurse Mahlet comforts a little one after his operation.

SUNSHINE HEARTS

Kenya

Photos by Naphtali Foster and Elvis Lemaiyan

What would you do if you walked into a room and met this awesome smile at the door? (Elvis Lemaiyan)

We stood outside the window while Moses' leg received a little extra stabilization. (Naphtali Foster)

Even after a cast change, Brian is still smiling! (Naphtali Foster)

There's nothing like having a cute little brother, and Imeldah can attest to that! (Naphtali Foster)

"Much," was the answer Eva fave us when we asked if she is friends with Pamela. (Naphtali Foster)

Malawi

Photos by Alexis Gilmore

Hajira and Sifati get competitive playing Bao!

McDonald has had a wiggly tooth for the last few weeks and it finally fell out! He says it’s from all the bubble gum he’s been chewing, and he wanted us to capture his new smile!

Prince wanted to play dress up in his mom’s shoes, so he walked all around the physio building then out to the field and, assisting with the laundry. We were so impressed!

Philippines

Photos by Hope Kim Doit

Aldrin and Claire joined the annual Night to Shine event to celebrate God's love for those with special needs. It was good to see Aldrin stand tall after his procedure!

It's been four years since Kimberly's surgery, and we were thrilled to catch up with her when she joined us for a prom night. Kimberly looked stunning on the red carpet!

Paul and Daniel sat next to one another, celebrating their healing together!

Read more of Hope Kim's reflections about Night to Shine on our blog!

Uganda

Photos by Edwin Ongom

Nurse Caren shows baby Esther some love before Esther heads back home after her surgery.

Dr. Emma Wegoye trains Dr. Sih Ibet, from the Philippines, on the ETV procedure.

Doctor Emma Wegoye, rejoins the CURE Uganda family as a neurosurgeon. His wife, Florence, now serves with the CURE Hydrocephalus program. They were officially introduced to the CURE staff by Executive Director Tim Erickson.

Dr. Noah and clinicians Esther and Stewart discuss a patient in the ward.

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