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Alejandro is an aspiring mechanic who lives in Arlington with his parents and three siblings. A naturally outgoing teen, he loves playing the guitar and spending time with friends. Alejandro is very sociable,” his mother shared with a smile. He was also an active member of the track team at Sam Houston High School, where he enjoyed pushing himself and being part of a team. Last fall, Alejandro began experiencing a painful pilonidal cyst that steadily worsened. His mother did

Eight-year-old Aranza is a bright, cheerful child with a love for dancing, playing at the park, and coloring. She enjoys learning math and science at Cesar Chavez Elementary, and her friendly nature makes her a joy to be around. Her mother, Noelia, is proud of how social and kind Aranza is. Two years ago, a family gathering turned tragic when Aranza’s cousin, while playing with a BB gun, accidentally shot a stray bullet that struck Aranza in her left eye. She cried briefly bu

Six-year-old Luisa is a quiet, hardworking student who loves learning. But for as long as her family can remember, something wasn't quite right with her thumb. She had never injured it, yet moving it was often uncomfortable. When Luisa was seen at the UNT Mobile Health Clinic, the medical team recommended she see a pediatric orthopedic specialist. For her family, who did not have health insurance, that recommendation brought both answers and new worries. "At first, we didn't

When Azharia steps onto the basketball court, she plays with heart. A talented athlete from a young age, she earned a spot on the varsity basketball team at Bowie High School as a freshman—a remarkable achievement that reflected years of dedication and hard work. But behind every game was a challenge few people could see. For years, Azharia struggled with recurring knee dislocations. Her mother even paid out of pocket for an orthopedic consultation, but together they decided