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Paolo's acute lymphoblastic leukemia treatment fund

Supporting Paolo through acute lymphoblastic leukemia: medication, transport to Salerno Cancer Centre, and living costs while He can't work.

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Alice Silvia Serra
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Salerno
Paolo was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in August. The oncology team at Salerno Cancer Centre has planned 4 rounds of treatment, starting in November. He will be away from work for about 6 weeks. Paolo is 45, worked as a bus conductor until August, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after him. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to Salerno Cancer Centre 4 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 his shoulders. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $6,950 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $4,750 • Scans and lab work: $580 • Transport to Salerno Cancer Centre: $390 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $470 • Household costs while unable to work: $760 Thanks for reading all this.

Updates from Alice

  1. Small update. $2,279 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 12% funded and the plan for chemotherapy and medication not covered is now scheduled.

  3. Quick update: $1,384 raised so far (20%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “Every little bit. Thought of Paolo all day after reading this. - Mumbai”

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    “Thought of Paolo all day after reading this. - Multan”

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    “Best of luck. Thought of Paolo all day after reading this. - Nha Trang”

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  • Julieta F. Domínguez🇪🇸Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Professional and kind

    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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    Great help in a difficult time

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Genuine person with a big heart

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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    Professional and kind

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Professional and kind

    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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    Outstanding person

    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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  • Hope the doctors have good news. Put this on a community board in Berlin this morning.

    • hope things get better soon, Alice. Wishing Paolo a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Greetings from Rochester

      • Wishing you the best, Alice. Hope this works out for you

        • Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Salerno.

          • Thank you. If you're in Salerno I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks, that means a lot.

        • sending strength, Alice. Looking forward to the next update. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Take care.

          • Good luck, Alice. Looking forward to the next update. My sister had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Dublin.

            • praying for you. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Take care.

              • Vijay L. NarayananPhoto verified

                Thanks for sharing this. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Don't be hard on yourself for asking

                • Rooting for you, Alice. Wishing Paolo a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Take care.

                  • wishing Paolo a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Love from Mumbai.

                    • I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I'm in nursing myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best

                      • Hang in there, Alice. Wishing Paolo a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Don't be hard on yourself for asking

                        • Thinking of you and your family, Alice. Hope you get there. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Veracruz.

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