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Standing with Eamon: colon cancer treatment costs
4 rounds of treatment are planned at Cork University Hospital; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
🇮🇪 Cork, Munster, Ireland3,939 views
In August I was diagnosed with colon cancer. My oncology team at Cork University Hospital has planned 4 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 29, I worked as a bakery worker 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 Cork University Hospital 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.
Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment.
Where the $7,700 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $4,350
• Scans and lab work: $590
• Transport to Cork University Hospital: $670
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $810
• Household costs while unable to work: $1,280
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how is Eamon doing now?
thinking of you and your family. Shared it with a few friends. I'm in farming myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you
you're not alone, Eamon. Hope the doctors have good news. Take care!
Thinking of you and your family. I hope things turn around soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings
can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Cork.
Sending good thoughts, Eamon. Get well soon. Love from Thane
Sending good thoughts, Eamon. Hope you get there.
Hope things get better soon, Eamon. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. It's not much but it's yours.