Stories from Grateful Patients: Valoree
August 22, 2025
In Her Own Words...
"Hello, I'm Valoree. I have been diagnosed with two types of Bone Marrow Cancers. Multiple myeloma and Myelodyplasic Syndrome - both blood cancers - for which I need bone marrow transplants."
"There's just one big problem. I live three hours away from the cancer center in Buffalo, NY where I get my care and trasnsplants. Gas is getting way too expensive and I was worrying that I'd have to miss my medical appointments."
"Mercy Medical Angels sent me gas cards so I could pay for the high cost of driving to distant treatment. During this stressful time, it relieved me to know that Mercy Medical Angels was able to help me out with this.
"I greatly appreciate the gas cards. Thank you for all your help!"
~Valoree
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