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Two baby brothers critically ill

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Our cousins live in South Africa. Both their boys, Ruben 23 months & Ruan 6 months, were diagnosed in December 2016 with SCID (Severe Combined Immunedeficiency). Its a VERY rare illness which can lead to death. Already Ruben spent many a night in hospital since he was 3 months old. During these critically challenging times, he was connected to the heart-and-lung machine (VV-ECMO).

Both boys have a Hickman line connected to their hearts. This is a central venous catheter is used for the administration of chemotherapy, as well as for the withdrawal of blood for analysis. 

Both boys urgently require bone marrow transplants. Fortunately two international donors have been located that match their DNA. 

The cost of these transplants are in excess of $600 000. Fortunately their private health fund will cover most of the costs, however the gap cover is approximately $80 000 :(

Both Ruben and Ruan are begging for your assistance. Their procedures won't be able to commence until the funds have been collected. 

Please, I beg you, open your hearts and your wallets. These beautiful boys need our assistance. Lets provide them with a future....

Thanking you in advance
Nicky

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Nicky Oosthuizen
Organizer
Ballajura WA

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