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Fighting thyroid cancer: help Maxime afford treatment in Toulon

Maxime is facing thyroid cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

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Maxime Rémi Gerard
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Toulon
In August I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at Toulon Cancer Centre has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 3 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 44, I worked as a taxi driver 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 Toulon Cancer Centre 3 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 $7,300 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $6,250 • Scans and lab work: $830 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $220 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Maxime
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Updates from Maxime

  1. Small update. $1,724 so far, the plan for chemotherapy and medication not covered is now scheduled.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($3,504 in total) we've started the first stage. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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  • Victor MugishaID verified

    Sending good thoughts, Maxime. Looking forward to the next update. Blessings

    • Venkatesh Babu

      best of luck, Maxime. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. All the best.

      • Mrunal P. Apte

        sending good thoughts. Wishing Maxime a smooth procedure and a full recovery

        • Brielle T. Brooks

          Thinking of you and your family, Maxime. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

          • Suhas C. Chheda

            Hang in there, Maxime. Get well soon

            • Beau Cole

              so sorry you're going through this, Maxime. Shared this with my family.

              • Regina T. García

                hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Greetings from Cartagena

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