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Standing with Lucy: stage 2 breast cancer treatment costs

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

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Lucy Margaret Mugisha
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Eldoret
In July I was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. My oncology team at the Eldoret Oncology Institute has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 7 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 33, I worked as a hairdresser until July, 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 Eldoret 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. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $2,100 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,300 • Scans and lab work: $130 • Transport to the Eldoret Oncology Institute: $195 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $95 • Household costs while unable to work: $380 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Lucy
#cancer#treatment#family#medical

Updates from Lucy

  1. 77% there. we've started the first stage. Thank you.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($909 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  3. Quick update: $529 raised so far (25%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Léa Mathilde Louis🇫🇷Verified donor
    Patient and understanding

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Bruno M. Zamora🇺🇸Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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  • Wekesa Musyoka Mollel

    Thanks for sharing this, Lucy. Wishing Lucy a smooth procedure and a full recovery

    • Denis Polyakov

      Hope it all works out. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. After 14 years in retail I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Take care.

      • Hassan Shoaib Yousafzai

        wishing Lucy a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best

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