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David's early-stage lung cancer treatment fund
8 rounds of treatment are planned at Fort Worth Cancer Centre; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In November I was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. My oncology team at Fort Worth Cancer Centre has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in January. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 53, I worked as a bank teller until November, 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 Fort Worth Cancer Centre 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 $7,450 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $3,650
• Scans and lab work: $1,450
• Transport to Fort Worth Cancer Centre: $1,050
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $370
• Household costs while unable to work: $930
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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Hope it all works out, David. Hope the doctors have good news.
Wishing you peace, David. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Blessings.
sending love. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Wish I lived closer to Bursa so I could bring a meal. Greetings from Negombo.
Sending love. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Wish I lived closer to Saket so I could bring a meal.