Help Nicolas Beat Cancer Debt

My name is Nicolas, and at just 21 years old, my life changed overnight. In April 2024, I started a new job, but within two weeks, I lost vision in one eye. After a visit to the eye doctor and a rushed trip to the hospital, I was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The news was devastating, and to make matters worse, I learned I had missed the short window to sign up for health insurance at my new job. Despite reaching out to multiple places for help, I couldn’t secure coverage in time.

I spent weeks in the hospital, watching medical bills pile up while I was unable to work. Once I was discharged, I began daily chemo medication, but the cost was overwhelming. I had to take out loans just to afford my medicine and keep up with basic bills. Even now, after returning to work, my income barely covers my debt payments and the ongoing cost of my chemo medication. Every week is a struggle, and I worry constantly about what would happen if I faced another setback.

Living with CML is exhausting, especially when treatment is interrupted. There were months when I had to stop medication because it caused my platelets to drop dangerously low, leading to constant bruising. I’m back on treatment now, but the frequent doctor visits and medication costs are a heavy burden. My family supports me emotionally, but they can’t help financially. I’m asking for help to pay off my medical debt so I can afford my medication, regain some stability, and finally start saving for my future. Your support would mean the world to me as I continue to fight this disease every day.