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Walter's early-stage lung cancer treatment fund

4 rounds of treatment are planned at Las Cruces University Hospital; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.

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Walter R. Avila
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Las Cruces
In July I was diagnosed with early-stage lung cancer. My oncology team at Las Cruces University Hospital has planned 4 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in September. I was told to expect about 6 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 46, I worked as a cleaner at a hospital until July, 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 Las Cruces University Hospital 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. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $8,850 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $7,000 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $730 • Transport to Las Cruces University Hospital: $1,120 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Walter

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  • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Walter.

    • Walter R. AvilaOwnerAnswer

      Chemotherapy and medication not covered is $7,000 of it. Everything else is listed in the story and nothing outside that list comes out of this page. Appreciate you taking the time.

  • Best of luck, Walter. This could happen to any of us. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it.

    • Hope it all works out, Walter. Wishing Walter a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Don't give up. Thinking of Las Cruces

      • Rooting for you. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Love from Gwagwalada.

        • Sending love. Hope the doctors have good news. I hope November is when things finally get easier

          • Kiara D. RandhawaPhoto verified

            Good luck, Walter. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick.

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