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Fighting a rare sarcoma: help Madhu afford treatment in Thane

Madhu is facing a rare sarcoma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

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Vani Chauhan
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Madhu was diagnosed with a rare sarcoma in May. The oncology team at Thane Cancer Centre has planned 6 rounds of treatment, starting in September. She will be away from work for about 4 weeks. Madhu is 48, worked as a bank teller until May, 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 Thane Cancer Centre 2 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. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $1,700 goes: • Household costs while unable to work: $200 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,250 • Scans and lab work: $170 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80 Thanks for being kind about this. - Vani

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  • So sorry you're going through this. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected

    • any update on how things are going in Thane?

      • Thinking of you and your family, Vani. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Blessings.

        • can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Thane.

          • Vani ChauhanOwnerAnswer

            Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about household costs while unable to work, advice is welcome too. Thanks, that means a lot.

        • Thinking of you. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. It's not much but it's yours. Thinking of Thane.

          • sending strength. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Birmingham.

            • Rylee T. LeeQuestion

              What exactly is the $1,700 for?

              • Stay strong, Vani. Hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Gazipur donated after I showed her your page. God bless

                • Oksana Zoya PopovAddress verified

                  Take care, Vani. Hope you get there. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.

                  • rooting for you, Vani. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Guarulhos

                    • Wishing you the best, Vani. Wishing Madhu a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings

                      • Hina Fatima OrakzaiVerified organization

                        praying for you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did

                        • good luck. Shared it with a few friends. I hope August is when things finally get easier. Take care

                          • Take care, Vani. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too

                            • Thanks for sharing this, Vani. Your post was clear and honest. After 8 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care

                              • hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick

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