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Standing with Joseph: stage 2 breast cancer treatment costs

Supporting Joseph through stage 2 breast cancer: medication, transport to Toledo Cancer Centre, and living costs while He can't work.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 43622, Toledo, Ohio, United States5,093 views
Joseph McBride
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Toledo
In April I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. My oncology team at Toledo Cancer Centre has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 8 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 32, I worked as a tailor 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 Toledo Cancer Centre 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 $10,750 goes: โ€ข Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $5,500 โ€ข Scans and lab work: $1,550 โ€ข Transport to Toledo Cancer Centre: $1,100 โ€ข Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $560 โ€ข Household costs while unable to work: $2,040 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Joseph

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  • any chance of seeing the treatment plan?

    • Joseph McBrideOwnerAnswer

      I sent the treatment plan in when I posted. I'll upload a redacted copy this week. Appreciate you taking the time.

  • A colleague of mine might know someone for this in Ohio. I'll ask around and let you know.

    • How long do you have before July?

      • Joseph McBrideOwnerAnswer

        It's firm, July. After that things get a lot harder, so anything before then helps most. Thanks for looking so closely.

    • Camelia MocanuPhoto verified

      stay strong, Joseph. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

      • Good luck, Joseph. Wishing Joseph a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home

        • you're not alone, Joseph. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Put this on a community board in Miami this morning

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