TST, 2020
Leo held his breath. “What surgery?”
“TCAR”
“What?”
“Transcarotid Artery Revascularization”
“What happened?”
“Carotid artery disease. She’s at the risk of getting stroke.” The lady grunted. “Doctors say if she won’t get the surgery early, she’ll die or suffer a permanent disability. They have referred us to Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac institute.”
“How much is needed?”
“For starters, 1 million will suffice.”
Leo gasped. “How much time do I have?”
“Not that much. The earlier the better…”
“Can I—” The phone hung up.
Leo tried to call but the number was unreachable.
Why always me? He gazed at the sky, his fingers rubbing his hair.
“Is everything okay?” Dailah said.
“Prof is in class. Why don’t you scurry and go?”
“A problem shared is half solved.”
Leo signaled Dailah t
