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Arthur's thyroid cancer treatment fund

12 rounds of treatment are planned at the Rio de Janeiro Oncology Institute; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.

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Arthur José Monteiro
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Rio de Janeiro
In August I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at the Rio de Janeiro Oncology Institute has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 12 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 48, I worked as a bus conductor until August, and I have been the main earner for my household. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, transport to the Rio de Janeiro Oncology Institute 2 times a week, and the income I have lost add up quickly. My family is doing everything they can, but we've already sold what we could and are borrowing for groceries. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $2,850 goes: • Scans and lab work: $270 • Household costs while unable to work: $380 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $2,000 • Transport to the Rio de Janeiro Oncology Institute: $200 Every share and every dollar helps. - Arthur
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  • Arjun L. ChauhanQuestion

    Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Arthur!

    • Arthur José MonteiroOwnerAnswer

      Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. scans and lab work comes first ($270) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Thanks for asking.

  • Wanjiru Imani Temba

    Hang in there, Arthur. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. God bless.

    • Karina P. Acosta

      Sending good thoughts. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. It's not much but it's yours.

      • Megumi Mai Harada

        Praying for you, Arthur. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.

        • Pedro H. Tolentino

          Wishing you the best, Arthur. Looking forward to the next update. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.

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