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Standing with Wondimu: acute lymphoblastic leukemia treatment costs
12 rounds of treatment are planned at the Addis Ababa Oncology Institute; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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In April I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. My oncology team at the Addis Ababa Oncology Institute has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 8 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 31, I worked as a hairdresser until April, 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 Addis Ababa 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.
Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment.
Where the $500 goes:
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $95
• Household costs while unable to work: $220
• Scans and lab work: $185
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Wondimu
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Wishing you the best, Wondimu. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. All the best.
Thanks for sharing this, Wondimu. Wishing Wondimu a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Blessings
So sorry you're going through this, Wondimu. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Kasarani.
how is Wondimu doing now?
Praying for you, Wondimu. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in Nashik donated after I showed her your page
Take care, Wondimu. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Rooting for you, Wondimu. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.
Hope things get better soon, Wondimu. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Greetings from Sydney.
wishing you peace, Wondimu. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Addis Ababa.