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Standing with Rakesh: multiple myeloma treatment costs

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

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Ananya J. Randhawa
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Rakesh was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in May. The oncology team at the Cambridge Oncology Institute has planned 6 rounds of treatment, starting in August. He will be away from work for about 10 weeks. Rakesh is 43, worked as a primary school teacher until May, 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 Cambridge Oncology Institute 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 his shoulders. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $2,700 goes: • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $820 • Household costs while unable to work: $830 • Transport to the Cambridge Oncology Institute: $1,050 Thanks for being kind about this. - Ananya
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Updates from Ananya

  1. 27% there. I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.

  2. Small update. $345 so far, I made the first payment toward transport to the Cambridge Oncology Institute.

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    Really cared about my situation

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Marta García

    it takes guts to ask. Well done. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless

    • Praveen D. Yadav

      Thinking of you. Wishing Rakesh a smooth procedure and a full recovery. All the best

      • Faruk Rashed MiaID verified

        Thinking of you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Blessings.

        • Hendra Galih SimanjuntakID verifiedPhoto verified

          Thinking of you. Get well soon. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. God bless.

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