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Standing with Leyla: acute lymphoblastic leukemia treatment costs

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

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Mustafa Enes Işık
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Bornova
Leyla was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in August. The oncology team at Bornova University Hospital has planned 4 rounds of treatment, starting in October. She will be away from work for about 5 weeks. Leyla is 45, worked as a bakery worker until August, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after her. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to Bornova University Hospital 3 times a week, and the income the family has lost add up quickly. We've already sold what we could and have begun borrowing for groceries. Every kindness from you takes weight off her shoulders. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $3,450 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $2,300 • Scans and lab work: $350 • Transport to Bornova University Hospital: $140 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $100 • Household costs while unable to work: $560 If you're reading this, thank you.
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Updates from Mustafa

  1. Quick update: $384 raised so far (11%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. We're at 17% thanks to 18 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.

  3. Quick update: $1,606 raised so far (47%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “Hope this helps. Thought of Leyla all day after reading this.”

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Reviews

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  • Mackenzie W. Gray🇺🇸Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Long Tuấn Dao🇻🇳Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Dina Rahma Osman🇪🇬Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Harsh F. Parmar🇮🇳Verified donor
    Trustworthy helper

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Shirley Fernandez🇳🇿Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Imani Irene Shayo

    It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 21 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care

    • Ngozika Modupe Coker

      Hope things get better soon. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. My neighbor in București donated after I showed her your page.

      • Modou Faye

        Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Greetings from New Delhi.

        • Temitope Ngozika Raji

          Stay strong, Mustafa. I hope things turn around soon. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home.

          • Emilia C. Figueroa

            You're not alone, Mustafa. Hope you get there. After 29 years in logistics I know how hard it is to ask for anything. God bless.

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