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Standing with Bích: stomach cancer treatment costs
Bích is facing stomach cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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In July I was diagnosed with stomach cancer. My oncology team at San Jose University Hospital has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in September. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 36, I worked as a cleaner at a hospital until July, 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 San Jose University Hospital 2 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 $10,450 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $5,250
• Scans and lab work: $1,400
• Transport to San Jose University Hospital: $930
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $660
• Household costs while unable to work: $2,210
If you're reading this, thank you.
- Bích
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Good luck, Bích. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.
Take care, Bích. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Ogbomosho!