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Standing with Christian: prostate cancer treatment costs

6 rounds of treatment are planned at Erie University Hospital; we are asking for help with the costs insurance does not cover.

🇺🇸 Pennsylvania, United States1,896 views
Christian T. Weaver
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Erie
In August I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My oncology team at Erie University Hospital has planned 6 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in October. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 43, I worked as a taxi driver 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 Erie 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 $10,900 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $6,500 • Scans and lab work: $770 • Transport to Erie University Hospital: $1,250 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $510 • Household costs while unable to work: $1,870 With deep gratitude, Christian
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  1. Thank you all. We're at 14% now ($1,577). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for chemotherapy and medication not covered is now scheduled.

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  • Rocío C. Ríos

    Hope it all works out, Christian. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Put this on a community board in Rome this morning. All the best.

    • Marcel Ben Winter

      You're not alone. This could happen to any of us. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of Erie.

      • Hằng Tâm NgoPhoto verified

        Thinking of you and your family. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Greetings from Durgapur.

        • Việt Phúc Vo

          Sending strength, Christian. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Thinking of Erie!

          • Hadley E. Nguyen

            Take care, Christian. Get well soon. My colleague had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Take care.

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