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Fighting acute lymphoblastic leukemia: help Lorenzo afford treatment in Alcalá de Henares
10 rounds of treatment are planned at Alcalá de Henares 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 Alcalá de Henares Cancer Centre has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in September. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 55, I worked as a nurse 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 Alcalá de Henares 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 $4,200 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $2,950
• Transport to Alcalá de Henares Cancer Centre: $640
• Household costs while unable to work: $610
With deep gratitude,
Lorenzo
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Sending strength, Lorenzo. This could happen to any of us. I'll check back for the next update. Take care!
It takes guts to ask. Well done. Sent it to 36 people at work. Greetings from Dallas.
Rooting for you, Lorenzo. Shared this with my family. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.
Keep going, Lorenzo. Your post was clear and honest. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Regensburg
Hope the doctors have good news. I hope October is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Alcalá de Henares.
Sending love, Lorenzo. Hope this works out for you. Greetings from Jakarta.
Good luck. I hope things turn around soon. Greetings from Thane.
sending strength, Lorenzo. Get well soon. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Take care.