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Standing with Emeka: stage 3 ovarian cancer treatment costs
Supporting Emeka through stage 3 ovarian cancer: medication, transport to Ikeja University Hospital, and living costs while He cannot work.
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In July I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer. My oncology team at Ikeja University Hospital has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in October. I was told to expect about 12 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 32, I worked as a nurse 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 Ikeja 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.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $1,300 goes:
• Household costs while unable to work: $290
• Scans and lab work: $130
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $790
• Transport to Ikeja University Hospital: $90
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Take care, Emeka. This could happen to any of us. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Thinking of Ikeja
Stay strong, Emeka. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Mar del Plata.
take care, Emeka. Shared this with my family. Greetings from Manchester
I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Thinking of Ikeja.