A generous donor has contributed AED 9,132 to renew the health insurance card of Abu Nahad (68 years old), who has been suffering from prostate cancer for the past two years. He urgently needed to continue his chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions, but his difficult financial situation prevented him from renewing the essential insurance required for ongoing treatment.
The donation process was coordinated through the “Hotline” in collaboration with the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai, and the amount was transferred to the patient’s account at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Nahad expressed deep gratitude to the donor, stating that this humanitarian gesture renewed his hope in completing his treatment journey. He emphasized that such noble acts are not unusual among the people of the UAE, who are known for their generosity, solidarity, and support for those in need.
Emarat Al Youm had previously published Abu Nahad’s story on the 13th of this month. He shared: “My journey with the illness began two years ago when I experienced lower back pain, burning sensations while urinating, and traces of blood. I thought it was due to dehydration, but the symptoms worsened, prompting me to visit the hospital. After undergoing tests and analyses, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer.”
He added that he received intensive medical care at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, where he stayed for 20 days. Doctors advised immediate commencement of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, in addition to injections and medications. Initially, his health insurance covered the treatment costs.
He continued: “Last November, my health insurance expired, and I needed AED 9,132 to renew it — an amount beyond my capacity. I work as a farmer earning a monthly salary of just AED 1,300, which barely covers the basic necessities of food and drink.”