VOICED : Devolver la sonrisa a personas desfiguradas por el noma

Flora, affected by Noma, faced isolation due to her appearance. Noma is a severe bacterial disease that often leads to death or lifelong disfigurement. A volunteer medical team provides free surgical care to help victims like Flora. The surgeries involve complex procedures to replace damaged tissues. An NGO covers medical expenses, aiming to help patients overcome social exclusion. Despite societal rejection, patients like Flora find hope and acceptance through surgery.

What was the primary reason Flora's parents kept her at home?

• They were concerned about her health deteriorating.

• They feared she would be bullied due to her appearance.

• They wanted her to focus on home education.

• They believed she was too young to attend school.

What is the survival rate for patients with Noma?

• One in ten patients survive.

• All patients survive with treatment.

• Five in ten patients survive.

• Nine in ten patients survive.

What is the main goal of the volunteer medical team?

• To conduct research on bacterial diseases.

• To offer free surgical care to Noma victims.

• To provide free education to Noma patients.

• To raise awareness about Noma in schools.

Which organization covers the medical expenses for Noma patients?

• Doctors Without Borders

• Red Cross

• Sonreír un Día

• World Health Organization

How does the NGO Sonreír un Día aim to help Noma patients?

• By offering them employment opportunities.

• By providing them with educational scholarships.

• By helping them overcome social exclusion.

• By relocating them to new communities.