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Fighting multiple myeloma: help Nuria afford treatment in Bogotá

4 rounds of treatment are planned at Bogotá University Hospital; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.

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Leonardo P. Aguilar
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Bogotá
Nuria was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in June. The oncology team at Bogotá University Hospital has planned 4 rounds of treatment, starting in August. She will be away from work for about 10 weeks. Nuria is 44, worked as a hairdresser until June, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after her. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to Bogotá University Hospital 2 times a week, and the income the family has lost add up quickly. We've already sold what we could and have begun borrowing for groceries. Every kindness from you takes weight off her shoulders. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $2,550 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,400 • Scans and lab work: $380 • Transport to Bogotá University Hospital: $155 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $75 • Household costs while unable to work: $540 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.

Updates from Leonardo

  1. Quick update: $1,311 raised so far (51%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Update from Bogotá: I made the first payment toward scans and lab work. We're at 34% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Update from Bogotá: the plan for nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team is now scheduled. We're at 15% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “Rooting for you. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Bhaktapur”

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    “Be well. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Mwanza”

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Reviews

3.5(6 reviews)

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  • Fernando R. Quizon🇵🇭Verified helper
    Delivered on promises

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Samuele Dario Valentini🇮🇹Verified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Aarti D. Trivedi🇮🇳Verified donor
    Patient and understanding

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Juliana Priscila Pinto🇧🇷Verified donor
    Made a real difference

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Arthur Léo Lecomte🇲🇦Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Omar Hossain Khan🇧🇩Verified helper
    Delivered on promises

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Emiliano J. RamosPhoto verified

    rooting for you, Leonardo. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Blessings.

    • Stay strong, Leonardo. Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Gwagwalada

      • Keep going, Leonardo. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Thinking of Bogotá.

        • Hope it all works out, Leonardo. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

          • thinking of you and your family. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Put this on a community board in Johannesburg this morning. Blessings

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