EB is an inherited skin disease; children afflicted live in constant pain. EB (Epidermolysis Bullosa) is a rare genetic skin disease that causes the skin to be so fragile that even the slightest touch will separate the layers of the skin. The skin literally breaks, resulting in painful blisters and open wounds. A mother may never be able to hold her child tightly because the skin would peel off and bleed. Children with EB may never run or play as other children because even the slightest friction will cause them great pain.
In Vietnam, these children are sent home from the hospital to fend for themselves. Our mission is to provide care and hope so that these children can live a less painful life. Our objectives are divided into 3 areas: 
1) Education: bringing awareness; helping doctors, patients and families understand and properly care for EB; 
2) Wound care: there is no cure for EB. It's managed with specialized wound care. Much of our fund goes to helping these poor families purchase these materials. 
3) Support: Last year, HOW helped bring national awareness to EB. Subsequently, over 60 children have been recalled by the hospitals to evaluate for EB. Our hope is to bring these families together so they have a base of support & resources.