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Carolina's multiple myeloma treatment fund
8 rounds of treatment are planned at Akron Regional Medical Center; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In May I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. My oncology team at Akron Regional Medical Center has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 4 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 58, I worked as a primary school teacher until May, 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 Akron Regional Medical Center 3 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 $1,950 goes:
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $460
• Scans and lab work: $970
• Transport to Akron Regional Medical Center: $520
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Carolina
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Stay strong, Carolina. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Kasarani.