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Standing with Edgardo: prostate cancer treatment costs

Edgardo is facing prostate cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

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Edgardo L. De Leon
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Quezon City
In May I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My oncology team at Quezon City University Hospital has planned 6 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 50, I worked as a bank teller until May, 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 Quezon City 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 $1,950 goes: • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $70 • Household costs while unable to work: $210 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,670 Thanks for reading all this.

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  • Hang in there. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Taguig donated after I showed her your page. Blessings

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