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Nova's stomach cancer treatment fund
Nova is facing stomach cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
🇨🇦 Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada1,669 views
In September I was diagnosed with stomach cancer. My oncology team at Sherbrooke Cancer Centre has planned 4 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 51, I worked as a primary school teacher 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 Sherbrooke Cancer Centre 3 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.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $6,050 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $4,850
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $330
• Transport to Sherbrooke Cancer Centre: $870
With deep gratitude,
Nova
Updates from Nova
13% there. the plan for chemotherapy and medication not covered is now scheduled. Thank you.
Small update. $660 so far, I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts.
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