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Fighting thyroid cancer: help Akinyi afford treatment in Entebbe

Supporting Akinyi through thyroid cancer: medication, transport to Entebbe Regional Medical Center, and living costs while She can't work.

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Akinyi Irene Kimaro
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Entebbe
In September I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at Entebbe Regional Medical Center has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 39, I worked as a taxi driver until September, 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 Entebbe 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 $450 goes: • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $110 • Scans and lab work: $180 • Household costs while unable to work: $160 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot. - Akinyi
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  • Rohan L. Ranade🇮🇳Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Shapla Ishrat Akter🇮🇳Verified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Allison T. Williamson🇺🇸Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Marcus WalkerAddress verified

    Thinking of you. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Envigado.

    • Milon Bappy Uddin

      Wishing you the best, Akinyi. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Tema donated after I showed her your page. Love from Tema.

      • Ryan P. Franklin

        Sending strength, Akinyi. Wishing Akinyi a smooth procedure and a full recovery.

        • Brian DominguezID verified

          stay strong, Akinyi. Wishing Akinyi a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Wish I lived closer to Jimma so I could bring a meal.

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