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Ngozi's thyroid cancer treatment fund

Ngozi is facing thyroid cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

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Ngozi Blessing Yakubu
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Kano
In August I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at Kano Regional Medical Center has planned 12 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 44, I worked as a bus conductor 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 Kano Regional Medical Center 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 $1,100 goes: • Transport to Kano Regional Medical Center: $135 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $105 • Household costs while unable to work: $370 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $490 Thank you for reading my story. - Ngozi

Updates from Ngozi

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 56% funded and I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts.

  • Yolanda K. Navarro 🇺🇸 · $79.50
  • Håkan Lindström 🇸🇪 · $50
  • Irmak Defne Yıldız 🇹🇷 · $10

    “Keep your head up. Hope you get the rest soon. - Bursa”

  • Anonymous 🇧🇷 · $45.50

    “Thought of Ngozi all day after reading this. - Olinda”

  • Biniam Alemu 🇪🇹 · $10
  • Marcus K. Boyd 🇬🇧 · $67

    “God bless. Hope the October deadline works out. - Liverpool”

  • Tomoya Yamazaki 🇯🇵 · $25
  • Fiifi Kweku Acheampong 🇬🇭 · $30
  • Kylie N. Torres 🇬🇧 · $20
  • Mathilda Julia Kaiser 🇩🇪 · $80
  • Joyce L. Lacson 🇵🇭 · $70.50
  • Anonymous 🇻🇳 · $32
  • Ayaan D. Srivastava 🇮🇳 · $9
  • Patrícia Carvalho 🇧🇷 · $250
  • Ngọc Ngân Dao 🇻🇳 · $8
  • Juliana Bruna Souza 🇧🇷 · $250
  • Ingrid Daniela Oliveira 🇧🇷 · $20

    “Keep your head up. Thought of Ngozi all day after reading this. - São Paulo”

  • Wilfredo J. Pangilinan 🇵🇭 · $5
  • Justine Mathieu 🇨🇦 · $50
  • Tiffany M. Reynolds 🇺🇸 · $10

    “Wishing you the best. Hope you get the rest soon. - Minneapolis”

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2.9(8 reviews)

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    Went above and beyond

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Went above and beyond

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Delivered on promises

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    Helped when no one else could

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Thinking of you, Ngozi. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. All the best

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