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Fighting stage 3 ovarian cancer: help Habtamu afford treatment in Jimma

Supporting Habtamu through stage 3 ovarian cancer: medication, transport to Jimma Regional Medical Center, and living costs while He can't work.

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Habtamu Samuel Abate
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Jimma
In May I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer. My oncology team at Jimma Regional Medical Center has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 7 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 39, I worked as a bus conductor 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 Jimma Regional Medical Center 4 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 $1,600 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,050 • Scans and lab work: $115 • Transport to Jimma Regional Medical Center: $140 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80 • Household costs while unable to work: $215 With deep gratitude, Habtamu
#cancer#treatment#family#medical

Updates from Habtamu

  1. Thank you all. We're at 42% now ($676). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

  2. Small update. $522 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

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    “You got this. Thought of Habtamu all day after reading this.”

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  • Paul Frank Beck 🇩🇪 · $100

    “Hope this helps. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Dortmund”

  • Sri Siti Sihombing 🇮🇩 · $54
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  • Samuel Long 🇺🇸 · $10

    “Thought of Habtamu all day after reading this. - Arlington”

  • Emon Mizanur Howlader 🇬🇧 · $24
  • Lawrence Rivera 🇬🇧 · $100

    “Thought of Habtamu all day after reading this. - Dundee”

  • Robert F. Mosley 🇺🇸 · $383

    “Hope it all works out. Hope the September deadline works out. - Albuquerque”

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3.7(6 reviews)

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  • Henry T. Meyer🇺🇸Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Irene W. Jiménez🇨🇴Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Tanvi L. Bansal🇮🇳Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Usha M. Dwivedi🇮🇳Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

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

  • Thandi N. Van Wyk🇿🇦Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Clinton N. Isaacs🇿🇦Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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