by asccc | Jan 29, 2018 | Survivor Stories
Mr. Faletusi Uesile Faaiu was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2015. He was advised to resign from his work at the canneries because of his health condition. Today, Mr. Faaiu receives his $500 cancer patient stipend after his dialysis appointment at LBJ. He shares his...
by asccc | Dec 19, 2017 | Survivor Stories
A visit to the ER for cold symptoms turned out to be a serious case of pneumonia and an admission into the Medical Ward. Days later, 58 year old, Mr. Tiaina Maninoa was diagnosed with metastatic cancer to the lungs and bones. What the family thought to be a few days...
by asccc | Dec 19, 2017 | Survivor Stories
Mrs. Fualelea Fala’s recent doctor’s visit changed her plans for the holidays. Because chemotherapy and radiation is recommended, Mrs. Fala graciously accepts the $500 stipend to pay for C.I. and plane fare off-island where her daughters will be assisting...
by asccc | Dec 19, 2017 | Survivor Stories
Vailesogi Vaivai is a cancer patient diagnosed with endometrial cancer. She is currently seeking medical treatment in Apia. Her daughter Fau and grandchild receives her $500 stipend check. Often times cancer patients are unable to personally pick up their stipends so...
