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Fighting prostate cancer: help Mei afford treatment in Ballarat
Mei 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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In August I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My oncology team at Ballarat University Hospital has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in October. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 26, I worked as a bus conductor 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 Ballarat University Hospital 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.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $11,350 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $7,500
• Scans and lab work: $970
• Household costs while unable to work: $2,200
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $680
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Mei
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Wishing you peace, Mei. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings.
Best of luck, Mei. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Wish I lived closer to Barcelona so I could bring a meal. Blessings
hope it all works out, Mei. Looking forward to the next update!