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Fighting prostate cancer: help Ekow afford treatment in Tema

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

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Janet Addo
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Ekow was diagnosed with prostate cancer in August. The oncology team at Tema University Hospital has planned 6 rounds of treatment, starting in October. He will be away from work for about 12 weeks. Ekow is 48, worked as a bank teller until August, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after him. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to Tema University Hospital 5 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 his shoulders. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $1,450 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $840 • Scans and lab work: $120 • Transport to Tema University Hospital: $145 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $70 • Household costs while unable to work: $275 With deep gratitude, Janet
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  • Srinivas K. Nair

    sending good thoughts, Janet. Hope this works out for you.

    • Kevin S. MillerQuestion

      How is Ekow doing now?

      • Neelam N. Bajpai

        Rooting for you, Janet. Hope the doctors have good news. Thinking of Tema

        • Ochieng Samuel Mugisha

          Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Surrey.

          • Samir Sami Bakr

            Wishing you the best, Janet. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Bristol this morning.

            • Helene Heike SchulzePhoto verified

              Take care, Janet. I hope things turn around soon. All the best

              • Kai Howell

                So sorry you're going through this, Janet. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Port Harcourt.

                • Eunice Abigail MensahPhoto verified

                  keep going. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Put this on a community board in Oakland this morning. All the best.

                  • Álvaro C. Delgado

                    Sending strength, Janet. Hope this works out for you. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Tema.

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