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Help me through 10 rounds of treatment for early-stage lung cancer

Mihret 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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Mihret Kidist Yilma
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In March I was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. My oncology team at the Adama Oncology Institute has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in June. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 56, I worked as a primary school teacher 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 the Adama Oncology Institute 5 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 $600 goes: โ€ข Transport to the Adama Oncology Institute: $55 โ€ข Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $75 โ€ข Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $470 I hope life is good to you.
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