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Christo's kidney cancer treatment fund
Supporting Christo through kidney cancer: medication, transport to Cape Town University Hospital, and living costs while He can't work.
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In May I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. My oncology team at Cape Town University Hospital has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 49, I worked as a cleaner at a hospital 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 Cape Town University Hospital 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 $2,800 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $2,150
• Household costs while unable to work: $460
• Scans and lab work: $190
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
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Sending strength, Christo. Shared it with a few friends. God bless.
look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Love from Machakos.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Cape Town.
Thank you. If you're in Cape Town I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Let me know if you want more detail.
Hang in there, Christo. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't give up. Thinking of Cape Town.
Sending strength, Christo. This could happen to any of us. Love from Kassel.
stay strong. I hope things turn around soon. It's not much but it's yours. All the best.
Wishing you the best, Christo. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Take care.