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Fighting for Time - Healing at Hope4Cancer Treatment Center
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Josh Kushen here asking for your help during a critical window in my fight against gastric cancer.
This journey has taken a difficult turn and time is limited.
In November, I received my last chemotherapy treatment along with a brand new immunotherapy infusion. Unfortunately, my body did not respond well. It was the sickest I’ve been during this journey, I went 9 days without eating and lost a significant amount of weight during that time.
Since then, the weight loss has continued rapidly.
I went from 170 lbs in November to 130 lbs today, losing the last 20 pounds since the beginning of March around my 40th birthday. Since my original diagnosis, I have lost 70 lbs.
Right now:
- I am under palliative care to manage pain
- I recently met with hospice (May 1, 2026) to discuss services
- I have paused further traditional treatments due to the severe impact on my body and quality of life (which infuriates my oncology team, but this is my life and body)
I also have a large tumor growing again in the distal portion of my stomach, and my nutrition is currently 100% dependent on a feeding tube.
But I am not giving up!
I believe I have a small window, a real opportunity, to rebuild enough strength to pursue another path.
The Plan
I am seeking treatment at Hope4Cancer Treatment Center in Tijuana, Mexico.
This program includes:
- 3 weeks of all-inclusive treatment in Tijuana, Mexico
- Over 200 targeted therapy sessions
- 3 months of guided at-home protocols
- Two follow-up visits with the clinic
This approach focuses on less toxic, targeted therapies designed to:
- Support my body’s internal healing environment.
- Strengthen my immune system.
- Help my body fight the cancer more effectively.
I am hoping to begin treatment as early as May 18, 2026.
Why We’re Raising $65,000
The cost of treatment and travel is significant, and time is limited.
Funds will go toward:
- The full treatment program, include lodging for two and meals (even though I can't eat, it carries over to Amanda whom will travel.
- Travel to and from Tijuana.
- Ongoing recovery, support, and follow-up care.
❤️ How You Can Help
If you’re able to:
- Donate, every amount helps move this forward (IF YOU DON'T LIKE THIS PLATFORM, HIT ME UP FOR VENMO, CASHAPP, OR ZELLE)
- Share this page, this is just as powerful
- Pray or support in any way you can
It truly means everything to me and my family.
Final Note
This isn’t an easy place to be, facing death down, but I believe there is still a path forward, and God is establishing our steps as I post this.
I’m choosing to fight in a way that gives me the best chance at both healing and maintaining quality of life to make continued memories with my family this summer with unique opportunities that have been graciously presented.
Thank you for continuing to stand in the gap with me.
With love and gratitude that words alone cannot express!
Josh and The Kushen Family!
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