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Standing with Lena: prostate cancer treatment costs

6 rounds of treatment are planned at the Łódź Oncology Institute; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.

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Lena Alicja Grabowski
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Łódź
In May I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My oncology team at the Łódź Oncology Institute has planned 6 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in August. I was told to expect about 5 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 45, I worked as a tailor until May, 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 Łódź Oncology Institute 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. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $1,650 goes: • Scans and lab work: $390 • Transport to the Łódź Oncology Institute: $390 • Household costs while unable to work: $870 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Lena
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  • Elise Lucie Berger

    Thinking of you, Lena. Hope the doctors have good news. My husband and I read this together. Thinking of Łódź

    • Ángel F. Gutiérrez

      Sending good thoughts, Lena. Your post was clear and honest. Blessings

      • Min-ho Yong-jun Oh

        Hope it all works out, Lena. I hope things turn around soon!

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