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Fighting kidney cancer: help Irena afford treatment in Katowice

Irena is facing kidney cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

🇵🇱 Katowice, Silesia, Poland2,288 views
Irena Małgorzata Wojciechowski
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Katowice
In May I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. My oncology team at Katowice University Hospital has planned 8 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 34, 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 Katowice University Hospital 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 $1,650 goes: • Scans and lab work: $390 • Transport to Katowice University Hospital: $440 • Household costs while unable to work: $820 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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  • Alberto S. Bravo

    so sorry you're going through this, Irena. Hope you get there. Wish I lived closer to Nashik so I could bring a meal. Blessings.

    • Linda Mabel Ofori

      thinking of you, Irena. Your post was clear and honest.

      • Kayode Lucky Hassan

        Take care, Irena. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.

        • Sebastián K. Lozano

          Praying for you, Irena. Wishing Irena a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Love from San Jose.

          • William Burton

            This could happen to any of us. My mother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Tel Aviv.

            • Karin B. Abrahams

              wishing Irena a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Blessings

              • Logan K. AustinPhoto verified

                I hope things turn around soon. After 29 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best

                • Tizita Yodit Worku

                  Best of luck, Irena. Shared this with my family. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

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