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Fighting multiple myeloma: help Esther afford treatment in Nakuru
12 rounds of treatment are planned at the Nakuru Oncology Institute; we are asking for help with the costs insurance does not cover.
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In July I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. My oncology team at the Nakuru Oncology Institute has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in October. 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 tailor until July, 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 Nakuru Oncology Institute 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 $1,050 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $610
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80
• Scans and lab work: $220
• Transport to the Nakuru Oncology Institute: $140
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Good luck. Get well soon. Don't give up. Thinking of Nakuru.
Hope things get better soon, Esther. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Blessings.
Best of luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from São Paulo.
everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Greetings from Detroit.
It takes guts to ask. Well done. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Nakuru.