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Standing with Rina: kidney cancer treatment costs
Supporting Rina through kidney cancer: medication, transport to Dhaka University Hospital, and living costs while She can't work.
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In December I was diagnosed with kidney cancer. My oncology team at Dhaka University Hospital has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in March. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 41, I worked as a hairdresser until December, 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 Dhaka 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.
I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes.
Where the $1,200 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $700
• Scans and lab work: $115
• Transport to Dhaka University Hospital: $60
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $90
• Household costs while unable to work: $235
Glad we found this place.
Updates from Rina
Wanted to say thank you properly. 69% funded and I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts.
Update from Dhaka: the plan for scans and lab work is now scheduled. We're at 60% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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