Standing with Manoel: cervical cancer treatment costs

Manoel was diagnosed with cervical cancer in June. The oncology team at the São Paulo Oncology Institute has planned 10 rounds of treatment, starting in October. He will be away from work for about 8 weeks. Manoel is 39, worked as a tailor until June, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after him. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to the São Paulo Oncology Institute 4 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 his shoulders. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $2,900 goes: • Scans and lab work: $280 • Household costs while unable to work: $760 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,700 • Transport to the São Paulo Oncology Institute: $160 Thank you for reading my story.