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Standing with Thành: stage 3 ovarian cancer treatment costs
Thành is facing stage 3 ovarian cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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In March I was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer. My oncology team at the Hải Phòng Oncology Institute has planned 8 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in April. I was told to expect about 10 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 29, I worked as a farmer until March, 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 the Hải Phòng Oncology Institute 4 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 $1,450 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $730
• Scans and lab work: $130
• Transport to the Hải Phòng Oncology Institute: $85
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $100
• Household costs while unable to work: $405
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- Thành
Updates from Thành
Good news. Because of your gifts ($55 in total) I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Thank you all. We're at 3% now ($50). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
Thank you all. We're at 1% now ($20). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts.
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Hang in there, Thành. Your post was clear and honest
Sending love, Thành. Shared it with a few friends. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best