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Fighting Hodgkin lymphoma: help Patricia afford treatment in Boston
4 rounds of treatment are planned at Boston Regional Medical Center; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In August I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. My oncology team at Boston 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 34, I worked as a bakery worker 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 Boston 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.
Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment.
Where the $8,450 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $5,500
• Household costs while unable to work: $2,300
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $650
Thank you for reading my story.
- Patricia
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looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Hanoi donated after I showed her your page. Take care.
Sending good thoughts. Hope the doctors have good news. Thinking of Boston.
Wishing Patricia a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Love from Dallas
Praying for you, Patricia. Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like
Keep going, Patricia. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Take care.
Stay strong. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings!
Keep going, Patricia. Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. God bless.
Take care, Patricia. Hope the doctors have good news. All the best.
keep going. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Coatzacoalcos
sending love. Looking forward to the next update. Put this on a community board in Saint Paul this morning. Blessings