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Fighting acute lymphoblastic leukemia: help Bethlehem afford treatment in Addis Ababa
6 rounds of treatment are planned at Addis Ababa Cancer Centre; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In June I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. My oncology team at Addis Ababa Cancer Centre has planned 6 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 12 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 25, I worked as a bakery worker until June, 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 Addis Ababa Cancer Centre 4 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 $1,450 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $810
• Scans and lab work: $220
• Transport to Addis Ababa Cancer Centre: $55
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $85
• Household costs while unable to work: $280
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Bethlehem
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your post was clear and honest. Sent it to 31 people at work. Take care.
is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Bethlehem.
Praying for you, Bethlehem. It takes guts to ask. Well done. All the best
Stay strong. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Take care
Sending love. Wishing Bethlehem a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Greetings from Nakuru
Stay strong, Bethlehem. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick
take care, Bethlehem. This could happen to any of us. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Kampala.