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Thomas's Hodgkin lymphoma treatment fund
Thomas is facing Hodgkin lymphoma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
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In August I was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. My oncology team at Los Angeles Regional Medical Center has planned 12 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in November. I was told to expect about 3 weeks away from work.
I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 48, I worked as a bus conductor until August, 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 Los Angeles Regional Medical Center 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 $10,200 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $6,250
• Scans and lab work: $640
• Transport to Los Angeles Regional Medical Center: $550
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $520
• Household costs while unable to work: $2,240
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Thomas
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Thanks for sharing this, Thomas. Wishing Thomas a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Take care.
Wishing Thomas a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Blessings.
Sending strength. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of Los Angeles.
Hope things get better soon, Thomas. Hope the doctors have good news. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. God bless
Praying for you, Thomas. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Sent it to 37 people at work. Thinking of Los Angeles!
Wishing you peace. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Badagry donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Badagry