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Standing with Utami: a rare sarcoma treatment costs
Utami is facing a rare sarcoma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
🇮🇩 Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia1,367 views
In June I was diagnosed with a rare sarcoma. My oncology team at the Surabaya Oncology Institute has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in October. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 36, I worked as a hairdresser until June, 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 Surabaya Oncology Institute 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 $1,350 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $730
• Scans and lab work: $240
• Transport to the Surabaya Oncology Institute: $135
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $90
• Household costs while unable to work: $155
Glad we found this place.
- Utami
Updates from Utami
Update from Surabaya: I made the first payment toward household costs while unable to work. We're at 25% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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you're not alone. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Da Nang.