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Fighting acute lymphoblastic leukemia: help Manuel afford treatment in Cebu City
Manuel is facing acute lymphoblastic leukemia and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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In August I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. My oncology team at Cebu City Regional Medical Center has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 4 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 52, I worked as a shop owner until August, 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 Cebu City Regional Medical Center 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.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $2,000 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,450
• Scans and lab work: $170
• Transport to Cebu City Regional Medical Center: $150
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80
• Household costs while unable to work: $150
If you're reading this, thank you.
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Good luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Greetings from Quezon City!
Rooting for you, Manuel. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless.