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Fighting prostate cancer: help Randall afford treatment in Glasgow

Randall 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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Randall Perkins
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Glasgow
In May I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My oncology team at Glasgow Cancer Centre has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 8 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 54, I worked as a taxi driver until May, 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 Glasgow Cancer Centre 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. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $2,550 goes: • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $350 • Scans and lab work: $1,400 • Transport to Glasgow Cancer Centre: $800 Glad we found this place.
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Updates from Randall

  1. 83% there. I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($803 in total) the plan for scans and lab work is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  3. Update from Glasgow: the plan for transport to Glasgow Cancer Centre is now scheduled. We're at 20% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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