MY SISTER IS BATTLING OVARIAN CANCER STAGE 1C
Fundraising campaign by
Christine Villegas Velez
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US$1,856.00raised of $12,000.00 goal goal
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My sister, Cici, is a very fierce, passionate, and exuberant spirit. She is generous and is always there for others. When I was fresh graduate from the University, she shaved her head to support cancer patients and even inspired me to do the same. I couldn't imagine then that 8 years after we would need the same support, most especially for the financial aspect of her healing. Our world was shook when she was diagnosed with OVARIAN CANCER stage 1c last May 3 after her surgery for a dermoid cyst on the right ovary. (updated 5/10/18)
She is only 30 years old and I believe she has so much to live for and to give in this world. Her spirit is intact and her fight is strong. She is determined to overcome this disease, but she needs help with the treatment and hospitalization fees. She has to relocate from Dumaguete City, Negros Island to Cebu City, Island of Cebu to get the proper treatment.
Her healthcare only covers around $1,921/year and she had already used it up for her first surgery. The rest will be on her shoulders as a call center agent that earns $346 per month. From her earnings alone we cannot raise enough money to cover one chemotherapy cost. We are doing the best that we can to raise enough, but we want to be prepared for more chemo-therapies, surgeries, medications--and most importantly in case her health doesn't respond well to the treatments. As of now she needs three chemotherapy sessions prior to her second surgery and three chemo-therapies after.
Please, help me fight ovarian cancer with my sister. Give her a chance to see more of life and celebrate it with her loved ones. My whole family will be grateful for your compassion and companionship through this challenge!
ABOUT CICI
Christine Velez Villegas (born in Hinoba-an, Negros Occidental, Philippines - March 10, 1988)
Born in a small town called Sangke, Cici is the oldest of three daughters. She was raised by her two aunts, Victoria and Evelinda, after their father left them at the age of 3. Cici is an undergraduate student of Political Science in De LaSalle-Bacolod. She stopped studying to focus on work. Since then she has worked for more than several outsourcing companies. Her being a hard worker and a very determined leader of her team, made her a good asset for her company and her teammates. She loves singing, photography, supporting causes for women empowerment, cooking and nature.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christine.villegas.180
About the treatment/procedures
Cici's had a surgery for dermoid cyst and her doctor, Dr. Corazon Uy of Silliman University Medical Center- Dumaguete City discovered that she has Ovarian Cancer stage 1c. Dr. Uy referred to another doctor in Cebu, Dr. Helen Amorin. (updated 5/10/2018)
Right now she will need three chemo-therapies prior to her second surgery. After her second surgery she will have three rounds more of chemo-therapies. Her donations will cover medications, hospitalization fees, blood transfusions, etc.
For more updates:
Please follow our page on fb: Cici's Warriors: A Day in the Life of an Ovarian Cancer Fighter
Organizer
- Christine Villegas Velez
- Dumaguete, PH
I am an ESL teacher living in Dumaguete. I love nature and my family.
I am an ESL teacher living in Dumaguete. I love nature and my family.
Donors
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 28, 2018
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 28, 2018
Never gave up have faith in God He alone is in control of everything, praying for Gods interventions during your operation.
- Christine Villegas Velez
- Posted On Jul 17, 2018
Thank you so much everyone for continuing to support and pray for Cici! May you be blessed as well!
UPDATE ON CICI AFTER THE SURGERY
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 06:37 pmPhoto updates: August 27, 2018It has been about a month since Cici had her HIPEC procedure. There were highs as there were lows. An anonymous donor gave us Php 500,000 for her surgery to be made possible and we all did a sigh of relief. My aunt and my sisters. . . . .
We Need Help with the Operation
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 02:56 pmSadly, we found out after the 3rd chemo session that Cici still has tumors near the uterus and both are unresponsive to her current Chemo drugs ( Carboplatin and Paclitaxel). Her CA125 results continue to go up despite getting intravenous Chemotherapy treatment. Given the current behavior of her tumors, her. . . . .
SUCCESSFUL SECOND CHEMO
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 11:54 pmCici finished her second chemo session last week,June 1. She said she gets tired easily but she is doing her best to stay active and cheerful. We are working on liquidating her expenses for the second week. One of the highs for us this week is that someone offered to. . . . .
UPDATE ON THE SECOND CHEMO
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 07:56 amCici is now in Perpetual Succour Hospital for her second round of chemo-therapy. She wants to thank you all for making this possible for her. FYI, so far all her medical expenses have been covered by your generous donations as her first chemo used up her Intellicare budget. We continue
LABORATORY TESTS RESULTS
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 06:43 amCici's lab results look better. We are hoping she won't need blood transfusion this time. Today we received two more donations and it made us really happy. It's amazing to realize how a stranger's generosity can reach our hearts in a very deep way! Cici's health condition taught us in
FIRST CHEMO VIDEOS
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 07:14 amIt's been a long time and fundraising ain't so easy given my busy schedule, but I am sharing some videos of Cici's first round of chemo. This week she is up for her second round. Being a warrior that she is, she shaved her head before Chemo could force one. . . . .
RECEIPTS
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 03:03 amWe are extremely thankful for all your help and we want to be as transparent as we can in terms of liquidating our expenses for Cici's treatments. Here is the first batch of receipts! :)
LIQUIDATION
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 03:01 amCici had a successful first chemo-therapy. Thanks to everyone who extended help! Here is the first batch of liquidation from the first hospital admission and chemo. Please remember that Cici has 5 chemo-therapies to go and a surgery. We still need your help and prayers! Also kindly follow Cici's page
A MESSAGE TO DONORS WHO CICI MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO REACH THRU FB
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 04:25 amWe just want to say THANK YOU!
CHEMO FINALLY
Update posted by Christine Villegas Velez at 04:21 amAfter too many setbacks, Cici is FINALLY going to have her chemo-therapy today. The chemo-therapy was supposed to start yesterday but a nurse missed to administer one of her pre-chemo meds, which caused the therapy to get delayed. We are glad that Perpetual Succour Hospital admitted to their negligence and. . . . .
Donors & Comments
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 28, 2018
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jul 28, 2018
Never gave up have faith in God He alone is in control of everything, praying for Gods interventions during your operation.
- Christine Villegas Velez
- Posted On Jul 17, 2018
Thank you so much everyone for continuing to support and pray for Cici! May you be blessed as well!
- Glen Passaretti
- Donated on Jul 15, 2018
Cici, God bless you. May the bright light of God’s divine love, wisdom and healing power saturate every cell of your body to restore perfect health.
- Ty Mitchell
- Donated on Jul 14, 2018
- Kat
- Donated on Jul 14, 2018
- Scott Biro
- Donated on Jul 13, 2018
Take courage dear friends who are facing the battle of cancer. Jesus is greater than any enemy we face in this life. We overcome because He has overcome, and our lives are hidden in Christ. May God cover you with peace. May He bring healing in the face of hard news. May He give deep, abiding joy that makes no sense to the world. May he provide comfort and care as He wraps you in His arms. Use these words to bring hope and healing, and to remind your friends and family that cancer cannot touch your soul - for it has victory through Christ Jesus.
- Anonymous
- Donated on Jun 21, 2018
- Vanessa Soughley
- Donated on Jun 06, 2018
- Noriecel Carwana
- Donated on Jun 05, 2018
Be strong and god be with u all the time.
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