Fatima: A Hopeful Child Despite Challenges
Fatima is an innocent flower who brought hope into the hearts of her family despite the harsh circumstances. She was born in the town of Arsal in Lebanon, her family, who moved from Homs in Syria in search of safety and a dignified life. However, fate led her, along with her small family, to move to Babneen – Akkar in Lebanon, where her father worked in the field of community health.
Fatima’s family, consisting of seven members, finds in her father, Amro, a symbol of diligence and perseverance, as he works hard to provide for their basic needs. Despite financial challenges, Fatima’s life is filled with love and hope, thanks to the positive energy she experiences with her father, who works tirelessly to protect her and ensure the best conditions for her growth and prosperity.
Recently, Fatima suffered from a health issues that caused her to have a high fever and severe coughing, due to the difficult living conditions and weather fluctuations in the area. This prompted Fatima’s family to visit the pediatric clinic at Akkar Primary Health Care Center, where they found the necessary care and accurate diagnosis for Fatima’s condition, who was one of many children seeking treatment and care. The pediatric clinic at the center receives approximately 600 children monthly, and Fatima is one of these children.
Despite the challenges facing the family, joy and happiness never leave Fatima’s eyes, where the strength of childhood and innocence always shines through. This young girl, who learned a great lesson in resilience and hope, reflects constant strength and faith. Despite the difficult circumstances and challenges, she continues to smile and carry the light of hope in her heart, thanks to the positive spirit she holds within her and the support she receives from her family and Akkar Primary Health Care Center. This light she emanates embodies the beauty of life, as Fatima teaches us with her innocence that life remains beautiful and bright, even in the toughest of circumstances.
