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Fighting multiple myeloma: help Joy afford treatment in Lagos
10 rounds of treatment are planned at Lagos Cancer Centre; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
🇳🇬 Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria978 views
In October I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. My oncology team at Lagos Cancer Centre has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in January. I was told to expect about 10 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 31, I worked as a bank teller until October, 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 Lagos Cancer Centre 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 $1,350 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,050
• Scans and lab work: $180
• Transport to Lagos Cancer Centre: $120
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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sending strength, Joy. Looking forward to the next update. It's not much but it's yours.
praying for you. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.