At just over 5 months old, baby Nguyen Van Hoang (Nghe An province) faces a dangerous congenital heart condition: a ventricular septal defect (VSD) accompanied by mild pulmonary hypertension. This critical condition requires early surgical intervention to prevent severe impacts on his life and development.

From his first few months of life, Hoang frequently experienced rapid breathing, poor feeding, slow weight gain, and persistent fatigue. During a routine vaccination appointment, healthcare workers noticed an abnormal heart murmur and advised his family to seek a specialized medical examination. Diagnostic results at Nghe An Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital confirmed congenital heart disease requiring early surgery to prevent dangerous complications.

Beyond the heavy anxiety over their child's illness, Hoang's family lives under severe financial hardship. His father works as a casual laborer with an erratic income, while his mother stays home to care for the infant, leaving her with no income. The family lives together with his elderly paternal grandparents—one of whom is bedridden, while the other is undergoing treatment following a stroke. Although the infant is covered 100% by health insurance, out-of-pocket expenses for items outside the insurance benefit list remain a staggering burden for the household.

Given the extreme urgency of his condition and his family's plight, the Social Work Department at Nghe An Obstetrics and Pediatrics Hospital quickly reached out to request assistance from the Loving Touch Foundation. The Foundation's timely sponsorship helped lift the financial strain off his parents, enabling the young boy to receive the proper medical treatment plan without delay.

According to attending doctors, with timely surgery and proper post-operative intensive care, Hoang's medical prognosis is very positive. He stands a strong chance of making a full recovery and enjoying a normal, healthy childhood like his peers.

Little Nguyen Van Hoang's story illustrates the profound impact of the partnership between the hospital and the Loving Touch Foundation in extending a helping hand to vulnerable patients—ensuring no child is left behind in the journey to reclaim health, life, and a brighter future.