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Fighting early-stage lung cancer: help Maayan afford treatment in Jerusalem
Maayan is facing early-stage lung cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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In May I was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. My oncology team at the Jerusalem Oncology Institute has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 8 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 38, I worked as a shop owner until May, 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 the Jerusalem Oncology Institute 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 $5,350 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $2,750
• Scans and lab work: $890
• Transport to the Jerusalem Oncology Institute: $450
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $570
• Household costs while unable to work: $690
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Maayan
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Hope things get better soon. Hope you get there. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from San Cristóbal de las Casas
This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Jerusalem.