From Curse to Care: How Samuel’s Life Was Saved and Transformed

For years, Samuel lived in quiet agony.
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Painful wounds covered his feet, worsening with time. His family, fearful and desperate for answers, believed he was cursed. They turned to traditional healers, clinging to hope—but nothing worked.
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By the time Samuel was 29, the pain had robbed him of almost everything—he could barely walk.

When Samuel was finally brought to a OneWorld Health outreach clinic, everything changed.

The team immediately recognized the urgency of his condition and transferred him to Masindi Kitara Hospital, where a thorough evaluation revealed the truth.
Samuel was suffering from severe, life-threatening infections, likely the result of years of walking barefoot, leaving his wounds vulnerable to dirt and bacteria.

The medical team made a heartbreaking but life-saving decision—bilateral above-knee amputations.
It wasn’t an easy choice for Samuel or his family, but it was the only way to save his life.

Samuel’s recovery was remarkable. With the care and support of the Masindi Kitara team, he healed quickly and was discharged with a wheelchair, a care plan, and a new sense of possibility.

Today, Samuel is alive, mobile, and surrounded by support. His story is a powerful reminder that even in the face of fear, stigma, and loss—hope is possible when compassionate care meets those who need it most.

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