[Pride has no place when it comes to survival. He looks to them- and it hardly takes a professional to see the pain etched into his expression, the offset tone of his skin.

He will undoubtedly get worse without assistance. They have nothing to lose by providing it.]

I am certain, though I would appreciate not being referred to as 'she'.

[A mild enough correction; he likely has other concerns.]

You should utilize these as best you can, sir.