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Standing with Thomas: thyroid cancer treatment costs

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

🇺🇸 Sacramento, California, United States4,399 views

Thomas G. Robinson

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Sacramento

In October I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. My oncology team at the Sacramento Oncology Institute has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in January. I was told to expect about 3 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 47, 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 the Sacramento Oncology Institute 5 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 $9,800 goes: • Household costs while unable to work: $1,450 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $8,000 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $350 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.

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Updates from Thomas

Quick update: $3,319 raised so far (34%). I made the first payment toward chemotherapy and medication not covered. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Good news. Because of your gifts ($3,319 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Update from Sacramento: I made the first payment toward chemotherapy and medication not covered. We're at 12% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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