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<div>JULY 2026 UPDATE * It's been a while since I have checked in. Over the past year I have been on a steady path of healing with a few glitches here and there. The persistent low platelet count may stay with me now and into the future. I have received platelet infusions this year. I'm happy to say that I remain in remission regarding no new tumors. I do require blood work, scans of my liver, lungs, heart &amp; brain every six months. Continuing care does require co pays of a pretty significant cost, those costs recently exceed my income so that creates a level of stress &amp; anxiety.  Any further contributions
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<div>to the Go Fund Me would be deeply appreciated. I so thankful for all the love &amp; support that has helped sustain my well being &amp; continued healing.
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<div>All my love,
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<div>Deedra
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<div>Asking for help is the hardest part of this journey. We are fund raising on my behalf as I move forward with cancer treatments scheduled through October 2024. I was diagnosed with HCC hepatocellular carcinoma liver cancer in January 2023 and my life has changed dramatically.
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<div>Major surgery in March removed a significant 9.8 cm tumor from my liver &amp; a resection removed half of my liver. The follow up looked promising with clean margins &amp; a positive pathology report showed no signs of spread into other organs.
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<div>Within 2 months the HCC heptocellular carcinoma returned as a tumor and progressed to several tumors. Treatments of IV immunotherapy/ chemotherapy began in June. Unfortunately HCC is an aggressive cancer.
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<div>My next procedure scheduled for August 23, is Y 90 Embolization or radiation bead implants into multiple tumors to cut off blood supply &amp; hopefully shrink them. This is not a cure for HCC but if all goes well it will give me an improved quality of life &amp; time. There are no clinical trials being offered to me at this time.
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<div>Studio time up until the cancer diagnosis was easily “full time.” Due to fatigue, pain &amp; other setbacks I’ve missed months of work.
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<div>My career as an artist is my sole motivation &amp; income. I’ve defined myself as a visual artist for almost 40 years with hundreds of exhibitions &amp; the support of amazing galleries, collectors &amp; curators here in the states &amp; abroad.
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<div>The Go Fund Me amount is based on continuing lost income since January 2023, all out of pocket costs, medical expenses,
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<div>additional treatments that are CRUCIAL plus all living expenses.
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<div>The funds will enable me to focus solely on my health and well-being, without the added stress of bills and financial constraints.
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<div>This is the biggest challenge of my entire life. I am grateful for an amazing group of friends and their unwavering support and love.
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<div>One last favour, please SHARE the campaign link with your community, colleagues &amp; friends.
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<div>Thanking you with all my heart.
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<div>Deedra
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