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Brett's non-Hodgkin lymphoma treatment fund

Brett is facing non-Hodgkin lymphoma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

🇿🇦 Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa929 views
Brett N. Van Wyk
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Mthatha
In August I was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. My oncology team at Mthatha Cancer Centre has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 28, I worked as a construction supervisor 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 Mthatha Cancer Centre 5 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 $1,500 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $870 • Scans and lab work: $155 • Transport to Mthatha Cancer Centre: $120 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $130 • Household costs while unable to work: $225 Thank you so much. - Brett

Updates from Brett

  1. We're at 17% thanks to 6 of you. I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.

  2. Update from Mthatha: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 8% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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