The world of Tzu Chi Sep-Oct 2022 (Vol.143)

2022 • 10 38 ouching Life Story puncture wounds are not uncommon. Even his 12-year-old youngest son has become skilled at cleaning and dressing the wounds for him. Upon examination, Dr. Ng found the wound had scabbed over. Hence, she advised Siong Heng to remove the bandage to allow the wound to breathe, besides educating him on wound care. Siong Heng confided in the doctor his frustration and helplessness. His asthmatic condition had not improved since last December. He had also tried to arrange a hospital appointment for his deteriorating eyesight, but had not been able to get one for the past few months. The volunteers shared with him about the PeKa B40* healthcare scheme, while Dr. Ng assured him that as long as he follows the procedures, he will be referred to the general hospital for treatment if a medical condition is detected. This information brought much relief to Siong Heng. He said, “This soothes my worries. Otherwise, I do not know how much longer it will be delayed and how my family can sustain. These few months, I could only send the recyclables to sell once every few weeks, when my health condition permitted me to drive. My children and wife would load the recyclables into the car, and my wife had to unload them all by herself at the factory.” Siong Heng also took the opportunity to enquire about free dentures as he had only three teeth left and had difficulty chewing. He was overjoyed when Dr. Ng, who happens to be a dentist at Tzu-Chi Free Clinic, asked him to visit the clinic for his dentures. He shared Lim Yew Hong and Yew Man would attend the online English tuition organized by Tzu Chi punctually on every Saturday.