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Fernando's thyroid cancer treatment fund
Fernando is facing thyroid cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
🇵🇭 Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines663 views
In April I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at Bacoor Cancer Centre has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 7 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 55, I worked as a shop owner until April, 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 Bacoor 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: $1,250
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80
• Household costs while unable to work: $170
Thanks for reading all this.
- Fernando
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Thinking of you, Fernando. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Don't give up
you're not alone, Fernando. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest.
Wishing you the best, Fernando. I hope things turn around soon. Love from Kediri
rooting for you, Fernando. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Sending strength, Fernando. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. All the best.
Rooting for you, Fernando. Wishing Fernando a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Love from Munich.
Best of luck, Fernando. This could happen to any of us. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Bacoor
Sending strength, Fernando. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Sent it to 14 people at work.
best of luck. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. God bless
You're not alone. Wishing Fernando a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I'll check back for the next update. All the best
hang in there, Fernando. Hope this works out for you. Sent it to 6 people at work. Take care.
Thanks for sharing this, Fernando. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side
Praying for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Kadıköy