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Standing with Prakash: prostate cancer treatment costs

Supporting Prakash through prostate cancer: medication, transport to Mumbai University Hospital, and living costs while He cannot work.

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Prakash C. Gounder
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Mumbai
In October I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. My oncology team at Mumbai University Hospital has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in February. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 27, I worked as a bus conductor until October, 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 Mumbai University Hospital 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 $1,700 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,000 • Scans and lab work: $290 • Transport to Mumbai University Hospital: $80 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $130 • Household costs while unable to work: $200 I hope life is good to you. - Prakash
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  • Hae-won Bo-ra Shin

    Thinking of you and your family, Prakash. Get well soon. God bless.

    • Bin PengAddress verified

      Hang in there, Prakash. Shared this with my family. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Mumbai.

      • Vihaan A. Bhatia

        thinking of you, Prakash. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Mumbai.

        • Francois M. BothaPhoto verified

          Best of luck. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Thinking of Mumbai.

          • Scarlett Bowman

            thanks for sharing this. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Sent it to 38 people at work. Blessings.

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