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Standing with Henrique: early-stage lung cancer treatment costs
Supporting Henrique through early-stage lung cancer: medication, transport to the Duque de Caxias Oncology Institute, and living costs while He can't work.
🇧🇷 25206-993, Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil1,491 views
In March I was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. My oncology team at the Duque de Caxias Oncology Institute has planned 6 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in June. I was told to expect about 3 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 27, I worked as a hairdresser until March, 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 the Duque de Caxias Oncology Institute 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.
Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment.
Where the $900 goes:
• Transport to the Duque de Caxias Oncology Institute: $165
• Scans and lab work: $185
• Household costs while unable to work: $550
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
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Rooting for you, Henrique. Wishing Henrique a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Greetings from Asaba
Hope it all works out, Henrique. Shared it with a few friends. After 19 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
take care, Henrique. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.
Good luck. Hope you get there. Greetings from Vadodara!