Summary
We are making an urgent humanitarian appeal on behalf of a 55-year-old Palestinian man from Gaza, currently displaced and living in Jericho camp since October 2023. He is suffering from advanced diabetic retinopathy, a serious complication of diabetes that is already affecting his vision — and without immediate treatment, he faces permanent blindness.
Background
He has been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes over 11 years ago
- Critically poor blood sugar control (HbA1c: 9.5%)
- Diagnosed with sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy
- Already began treatment, but it must continue without interruption
Why It’s Urgent:
He has received his first injection, but his follow-up is scheduled for:
- September 13, 2025
- Each treatment session requires intravitreal injections and laser therapy, costing:
- 500 ILS per eye (~£105 total)
What could happen:
- He could lose his eyesight permanently
- His quality of life and independence will be severely diminished
- He will become fully dependent whilst living amid a growing humanitarian crisis
Zakat eligible? No
Aims
£1 – Every pound is a step toward sight
£5 – Helps cover transportation or medication
£50 – Covers one eye’s treatment
£105 – Fully funds the next injection session (both eyes
£210+ – Helps secure future treatment sessions
Outcomes
With Your Help:
- He can receive the treatment in time
- His vision can be preserved
- His dignity and independence protected
- Every Contribution Makes a Difference.
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