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Bukola's Hodgkin lymphoma treatment fund

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

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Lilian Yetunde Igwe
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Gwagwalada
Bukola was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in February. The oncology team at Gwagwalada Regional Medical Center has planned 8 rounds of treatment, starting in May. She will be away from work for about 7 weeks. Bukola is 46, worked as a bakery worker until February, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after her. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to Gwagwalada Regional Medical Center 3 times a week, and the income the family has lost add up quickly. We've already sold what we could and have begun borrowing for groceries. Every kindness from you takes weight off her shoulders. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $1,900 goes: โ€ข Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,400 โ€ข Scans and lab work: $185 โ€ข Transport to Gwagwalada Regional Medical Center: $60 โ€ข Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $55 โ€ข Household costs while unable to work: $200 I hope life is good to you.

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    โ€œGod bless. Thought of Bukola all day after reading this. - Savannahโ€

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    Really cared about my situation

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Bukola.

    • Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. chemotherapy and medication not covered comes first ($1,400) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Good question.

  • Wishing you peace, Lilian. Shared it with a few friends. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

    • Thinking of you. This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Gwagwalada

      • rooting for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Saint-Denis.

        • Best of luck, Lilian. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side!

          • Sending good thoughts, Lilian. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side.

            • you're not alone. Wishing Bukola a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money

              • Hope things get better soon, Lilian. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too

                • wishing you peace. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.

                  • Looking forward to the next update. Greetings from Christchurch.

                    • Praying for you, Lilian. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Sacramento.

                      • Violet P. FlemingPhoto verified

                        Take care. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. I hope June is when things finally get easier.

                        • praying for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

                          • Sarah AcheampongAddress verified

                            Good luck. Hope you get there. I hope June is when things finally get easier. Greetings from Mesa.

                            • Wishing you the best. Your post was clear and honest. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Coimbatore.

                              • Hope things get better soon. Shared this with my family. Thinking of Gwagwalada.

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