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Standing with Douglas: thyroid cancer treatment costs
Douglas 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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In June I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at Hamilton University Hospital has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 50, I worked as a bank teller until June, 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 Hamilton University Hospital 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 $8,050 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $4,550
• Scans and lab work: $1,300
• Transport to Hamilton University Hospital: $510
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $440
• Household costs while unable to work: $1,250
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Douglas
Updates from Douglas
We're at 3% thanks to 7 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.
Thank you all. We're at 2% now ($125). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
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“From my family to yours. Hope the September deadline works out. - Taguig”
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Wishing you peace. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out. All the best!
best of luck. Shared it with a few friends. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Blessings.
Thinking of you and your family, Douglas. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'll check back for the next update
Thinking of you and your family. Wishing Douglas a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Blessings.