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Standing with Leila: multiple myeloma treatment costs
8 rounds of treatment are planned at Luxor Cancer Centre; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In October I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. My oncology team at Luxor Cancer Centre has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in February. I was told to expect about 3 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 42, I worked as a bus conductor until October, 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 Luxor Cancer Centre 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 $2,200 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,500
• Scans and lab work: $240
• Transport to Luxor Cancer Centre: $190
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $110
• Household costs while unable to work: $160
Glad we found this place.
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thinking of you and your family, Leila. Get well soon. I hope January is when things finally get easier.
Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Luxor
Hang in there, Leila. Looking forward to the next update. After 25 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Leila
It's all in the list in the story. chemotherapy and medication not covered is the big one at $1,500, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. Thanks, that means a lot.
Your post was clear and honest. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Luxor.
Wishing you peace, Leila. Gave what I could, wish it was more. All the best
thinking of you and your family. Hope the doctors have good news. My neighbor in Nottingham donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Nottingham
stay strong. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.
You're not alone. It takes guts to ask. Well done. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Take care.