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Ivin’s Heart Murmur will be Treated

Ivan
Dear Martin, Jared, Dan & Barb, Faustine, Chris, Lori, Laura, Michael, Kelsey, Doug, Bryant, Johannah, Radley, and Britta,

Ivin is a four year old boy from a rural Mayan community located in the mountains of Guatemala, near the city of Quetzaltenango. As you can see, he is a typical four year old that is full of energy and loves to play!

During the Butler University medical trip to Ivin’s community in May, this young boy was diagnosed with a heart murmur that could indicate a congenital heart defect. In most circumstances, it would be very difficult for a family with five children like Ivin’s, which lives in such a remote location, to obtain the expensive healthcare services that he needs. But thanks to your generous support, Timmy Global Health is able to subsidize the cost of a cardiology referral for Ivin’s family and will help cover the expenses of any future medications or surgeries he may need. With treatment, Ivan will continue to run and play just like a four year old should! Thank you for your impact.




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