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Standing with Nabil: kidney cancer treatment costs
Supporting Nabil through kidney cancer: medication, transport to Riyadh Regional Medical Center, and living costs while He can't work.
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In August I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. My oncology team at Riyadh Regional Medical Center has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 10 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 35, I worked as a primary school teacher until August, 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 Riyadh Regional Medical Center 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 $4,150 goes:
• Scans and lab work: $400
• Transport to Riyadh Regional Medical Center: $570
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $185
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $2,995
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Nabil
Updates from Nabil
Update from Riyadh: we've started the first stage. We're at 52% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,002 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
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Hang in there, Nabil. Wishing Nabil a smooth procedure and a full recovery. My husband and I read this together. God bless.
Thinking of you, Nabil. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless.
It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 19 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything