Dr. Abdullah Al Omari, URDA’s healthcare program manager, checked on Retaj’s health condition and informed us that she is in a coma due to her inhalation of pesticides which she might have swallowed as well, not to mention that her contact with water made her condition worse.
Due to this and other recent incidents among children in a number of refugee camps, URDA’s protection sector is preparing an awareness campaign for families and children concerning such issues. One of URDA’s centers will be named after Retaj in recognition of this little warrior’s courage and determination for life.
The glow in Retaj’s eyes will be back soon. The hope for her speedy recovery will be fulfilled with the help of Africa Muslims Agency SA, which covered the expenses of Retaj’s treatment through URDA.
Though Retaj is translated to “a closed-door”, her recovery will open the door for her for a new life full of open doors and opportunities.