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Standing with Hassan: stage 2 breast cancer treatment costs
4 rounds of treatment are planned at Heliopolis Cancer Centre; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In April I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. My oncology team at Heliopolis Cancer Centre has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 53, I worked as a construction supervisor until April, 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 Heliopolis Cancer Centre 4 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 $500 goes:
• Transport to Heliopolis Cancer Centre: $160
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80
• Household costs while unable to work: $260
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Is transport to Heliopolis Cancer Centre the biggest cost or is there more coming?
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. transport to Heliopolis Cancer Centre is the biggest at $160.
Best of luck, Hassan. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Don't give up. Thinking of Heliopolis.