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Gabriella's early-stage lung cancer treatment fund
Gabriella is facing early-stage lung cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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In August I was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. My oncology team at Gatineau University Hospital has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 8 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 36, I worked as a shop owner 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 Gatineau University Hospital 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 $5,800 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $4,550
• Scans and lab work: $850
• Transport to Gatineau University Hospital: $400
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Gabriella
Updates from Gabriella
We're at 39% thanks to 63 of you. I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
Quick update: $977 raised so far (17%). the plan for chemotherapy and medication not covered is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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thinking of you, Gabriella. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Put this on a community board in Auckland this morning. Greetings from Auckland.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Gatineau.
Thank you. If you're in Gatineau I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.
Keep going, Gabriella. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick.
what's already covered and what's the $5,800 for?
Chemotherapy and medication not covered is $4,550 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Ask me anything else.
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Taguig
Praying for you. Get well soon. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless.
Good luck, Gabriella. Get well soon. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.
keep going, Gabriella. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I have a 9 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.