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Standing with Jéssica: multiple myeloma treatment costs

12 rounds of treatment are planned at Campinas University Hospital; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.

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Jéssica Camila Duarte
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Campinas
In December I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. My oncology team at Campinas University Hospital has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in March. I was told to expect about 4 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 53, I worked as a bus conductor until December, 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 Campinas 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 $3,900 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $2,750 • Scans and lab work: $390 • Transport to Campinas University Hospital: $230 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $145 • Household costs while unable to work: $385 Thank you so much. - Jéssica
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Updates from Jéssica

  1. Update from Campinas: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 23% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Quick update: $624 raised so far (16%). I made the first payment toward scans and lab work. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Haider Zain MughalPhoto verified

    hope it all works out, Jéssica. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Jakarta

    • Beatriz Jéssica Santos

      thanks for sharing this, Jéssica. Get well soon. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out.

      • Cameron B. Glover

        Best of luck, Jéssica. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Manila.

        • Kidus Fikru HagosPhoto verified

          this could happen to any of us. Don't give up. All the best.

          • Jyoti H. JatPhoto verified

            You're not alone, Jéssica. Wishing Jéssica a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My husband and I read this together.

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