Funding for Prostheses in Africa

Brittany Pousett

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Title:

Funding for Prostheses in Africa

Creator:

Brittany Pousett

Date:

4/11/2014

Text:

Hi Everyone,

 

I received news that a pastor in Burkina Faso recently lost his leg due to
gangrene. I do not know much about it except that he had measurements taken
by someone who will have the prosthesis made for him in Germany. After
having measurements taken, he was given a bill for the amount he owes before
he can receive the prosthesis. He is unable to afford the cost and is
searching for any organizations that can help him out with funding.

 

If anyone knows of any aid that is available for people in that region who
are unable to afford prostheses, please let me know.

 

Thanks,

 

Brittany Pousett

 

Prosthetic Resident

Pentland's Prosthetic & Orthotic Services

Vancouver, BC Canada

 

 


                          

Citation

Brittany Pousett, “Funding for Prostheses in Africa,” Digital Resource Foundation for Orthotics and Prosthetics, accessed November 23, 2024, https://library.drfop.org/items/show/236256.