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Fighting multiple myeloma: help Nakato afford treatment in Dar es Salaam
12 rounds of treatment are planned at Dar es Salaam Regional Medical Center; we are asking for help with the costs insurance does not cover.
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In August I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. My oncology team at Dar es Salaam Regional Medical Center has planned 12 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 53, I worked as a tailor 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 Dar es Salaam Regional Medical Center 3 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 $1,150 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $580
• Scans and lab work: $220
• Transport to Dar es Salaam Regional Medical Center: $80
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $45
• Household costs while unable to work: $225
With deep gratitude,
Nakato
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It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Regensburg
Take care, Nakato. Shared this with my family. I went through something like this 9 years ago and strangers helped me out.
Sending good thoughts, Nakato. Looking forward to the next update. We're a small family in Londrina but we're thinking of you. All the best.
Hang in there, Nakato. Get well soon. Sent it to 22 people at work
Wishing you the best, Nakato. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Dar es Salaam.