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Standing with Kurniawan: a rare sarcoma treatment costs

Kurniawan is facing a rare sarcoma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

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Kurniawan Agus Purnomo
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Makassar
In November I was diagnosed with a rare sarcoma. My oncology team at the Makassar Oncology Institute has planned 6 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in February. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 54, I worked as a taxi driver until November, 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 Makassar Oncology Institute 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. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $950 goes: • Transport to the Makassar Oncology Institute: $170 • Scans and lab work: $300 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $95 • Household costs while unable to work: $385 Thank you so much. - Kurniawan

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  1. Quick update: $43 raised so far (5%). I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “You got this. Hope the February deadline works out. - Antalya”

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  • Shared this with my family. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.

    $53 raised of $950

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