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Fighting stomach cancer: help Salma afford treatment in Marseille
4 rounds of treatment are planned at Marseille Regional Medical Center; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
🇫🇷 Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France5,562 views
In March I was diagnosed with stomach cancer. My oncology team at Marseille Regional Medical Center has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in April. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 38, I worked as a bakery worker until March, 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 Marseille Regional Medical Center 2 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 $9,450 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $6,750
• Scans and lab work: $550
• Transport to Marseille Regional Medical Center: $480
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $600
• Household costs while unable to work: $1,070
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Sending good thoughts, Salma. Get well soon.
Thanks for sharing this, Salma. This could happen to any of us. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from San Diego!
Hope it all works out. Shared it with a few friends. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Karachi
Hang in there. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Please keep us posted. Greetings from Khon Kaen
Good luck, Salma. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from São Paulo.