non-reimbursable Optune treatment

My name is Mateusz Gołąbek, I come from Szczyrk and I will soon be 20. I study English Philology at the University of Bielsko-Biała. I am interested in history, politics, cinematography and military, and in my free time I listen to a lot of music.

My life changed when I was 18 and learned that I had stage IV glioma, one of the most severe and deadly forms of cancer. It is a disease that is difficult to cure and leaves its mark on you for life.

So far I have had two surgeries, radiotherapy and I am currently undergoing my second chemotherapy. I have been very lucky – all stages of treatment so far have been without complications and serious side effects. However, to increase the chance of a full recovery, I have to use the modern Optune Gio device from Novocure.

Unfortunately, in Poland, therapy with this device is not reimbursed, so I had to start treatment at a clinic in Vienna. The cost of renting the device is huge – about 26 thousand euros per month, and the therapy should last two years. The total cost of treatment is an astronomical sum that exceeds my family's financial capabilities.

Optune Gio works by inhibiting the division of cancer cells, which significantly increases the chances of winning the disease. I have been undergoing this therapy since December 12, 2024, but I am afraid that without support I will not be able to collect the funds needed to continue the treatment.

However, I believe that what is impossible to achieve alone can become possible with the help of others. That is why I am asking for your support – any form of help is of great importance to me. You can help by donating any amount, sharing the link to this collection or supporting me in prayer.

I thank you from the bottom of my heart for all your help and support. Together we can make this challenge surmountable.

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