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Karim's stage 2 breast cancer treatment fund
Karim is facing stage 2 breast cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
🇮🇳 Delhi, India1,073 views
In April I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. My oncology team at the New Delhi Oncology Institute has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 4 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 42, I worked as a bus conductor until April, 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 New Delhi Oncology Institute 4 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 $800 goes:
• Household costs while unable to work: $195
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $510
• Scans and lab work: $95
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Karim
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thanks for sharing this. Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care
Sending good thoughts, Karim. Get well soon. I went through something like this 7 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of New Delhi.
Hope it all works out, Karim. Get well soon. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Rabat.
Shared this with my family. After 29 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Thanks for sharing this, Karim. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.
Sending good thoughts, Karim. I hope things turn around soon. I hope July is when things finally get easier. Take care.
Take care. Looking forward to the next update. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.
I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of New Delhi.
wishing you the best, Karim. Shared it with a few friends. Blessings.
stay strong. Shared this with my family. Blessings.
you're not alone, Karim. Looking forward to the next update
Thanks for sharing this, Karim. Looking forward to the next update. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Take care.