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Help Tong through 8 rounds of treatment for a rare sarcoma
Tong is facing a rare sarcoma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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Tong was diagnosed with a rare sarcoma in November. The oncology team at the Manukau Oncology Institute has planned 8 rounds of treatment, starting in February. She will be away from work for about 4 weeks.
Tong is 48, worked as a hairdresser until November, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after her.
Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to the Manukau Oncology Institute 2 times a week, and the income the family has lost add up quickly.
We've already sold what we could and have begun borrowing for groceries. Every kindness from you takes weight off her shoulders.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $8,050 goes:
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $330
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $6,500
• Household costs while unable to work: $1,220
Thank you so much.
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is there anything that isn't money that would help Tong?
Thank you. If you're in Manukau I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.
good luck, Xiang. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care.
Thinking of you. Your post was clear and honest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Sydney
rooting for you, Xiang. Wishing Tong a smooth procedure and a full recovery.
Rooting for you, Xiang. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Mumbai so I could bring a meal. Blessings
Wishing you the best. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up. Take care.
Wishing you peace, Xiang. Get well soon. My neighbor in Cox's Bazar donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Cox's Bazar.