Join the Fight Against Cancer
I am Issam (Alias), a 33-year-old Mass Communication graduate and a dedicated social activist from the vibrant city of Tripoli, Lebanon. I am reaching out to you with a plea for support in the face of a relentless battle against cancer that has disrupted not only my life but also the lives of my beloved wife and two-year-old child.
In 2017, my life took an unexpected turn when malignant cancerous tumors were discovered throughout my body. The ensuing three-year treatment journey was very hard, but with the combined power of radiation and immunotherapy, I won the battle. The unwavering support of friends played a pivotal role in my successful return to health.
As fate would have it, in early 2023, a familiar and unwelcome presence reappeared— the tumors under my arm and near my neck reappeared. The fear returned, and a renewed battle against cancer began. The widespread nature of the disease forced me to cease working, impacting not only my physical and psychological well-being but also the daily lives of my family at home.
Chemotherapy and radiation, though initially promising, offered limited improvement. It was the transition to immunotherapy, specifically the medication Opdivo, that brought about a remarkable positive change. The tumors began to shrink, and hope was revived.
However, the cost of this lifeline is staggering. In Lebanon, a single dose of Opdivo amounts to $4,300, while in Turkey, the same medication is available at $2,000. Opting for treatment in Turkey is a viable option to mitigate the financial burden and secure the required doses.
I urgently need six doses within the next three months, with the possibility of adjustments based on my doctor's recommendations. These doses of Opdivo are not just medication; they are my ticket to reclaiming a normal life, rejoining the workforce, and providing for my family's needs.
The toll of this illness extends beyond the physical; it has left me isolated from society, distanced from my family, and burdened by the unspoken truth with my aging parents in Syria. Their fragile health and financial constraints make it impossible for me to share my condition with them, adding an emotional weight to an already challenging journey.
Your support in securing these vital doses of medication is not just a contribution; it is a lifeline, a beacon of hope in the fight against the regrowth of tumors and a return to stability.
Please join me in this battle. Your donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference in my journey to reclaim a life free from the shadows of cancer.
Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and support.
