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Standing with Emily: prostate cancer treatment costs
Emily 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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In July I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My oncology team at Houston University Hospital has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in September. I was told to expect about 4 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 33, I worked as a primary school teacher 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 Houston 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.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $7,500 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $3,700
• Scans and lab work: $850
• Transport to Houston University Hospital: $720
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $320
• Household costs while unable to work: $1,910
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
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Hang in there. Hope the doctors have good news. Don't give up. All the best.
Good luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'll check back for the next update. God bless.
thinking of you and your family, Emily. Looking forward to the next update. It's not much but it's yours. Take care
Good luck. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Greetings from Pasig
Hope it all works out, Emily. Hope this works out for you. I hope October is when things finally get easier.