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Help me through 12 rounds of treatment for stage 3 ovarian cancer
Heike is facing stage 3 ovarian cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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In September I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer. My oncology team at the Düsseldorf Oncology Institute has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in December. I was told to expect about 4 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 41, I worked as a farmer 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 the Düsseldorf Oncology Institute 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 $7,000 goes:
• Transport to the Düsseldorf Oncology Institute: $420
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $4,650
• Household costs while unable to work: $1,400
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $530
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- Heike
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hang in there. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Sent it to 38 people at work. Love from Jerusalem.
Thinking of you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Greetings from Dortmund.
Get well soon. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too
Stay strong. Shared it with a few friends. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Düsseldorf.
best of luck, Heike. This could happen to any of us.