On October 8th, 2024, Dakota Young received the devastating news she had been diagnosed with an aggressive Stage 2 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (breast cancer) and she needs your support!
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Dakota is scheduled to get the port put in on Tuesday 10/29/24. This is how she will receive chemo treatments and vitamin C infusions.
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Dakota is 21 years old and lives in Portland, OR with two roommates and her black cat named Binx. It has been such a joy watching Dakota blossom into adulthood over the last few years as she explored the big city and settled into her job at a local bakery. Last Spring, Dakota decided to pursue a BA in Business Administration and started her college journey at Portland Community College with the intention of getting her AS and transferring to Portland State University for her BA.
The diagnosis of breast cancer came as quite a shock. We do not yet know all the ways this cancer will impact Dakota's life, but her courage in facing this challenge is truly inspiring. Dakota's current treatment plan involves 6 months of chemotherapy, followed by a lumpectomy and radiation, followed by reconstructive surgery, and possibly 5-10 years of hormone therapy. We are also working with a naturopathic oncologist who will provide a supplemental treatment plan of natural remedies and procedures aimed at minimizing the damage from chemotherapy and radiation.
We are fortunate that Dakota lives in an area with easy access to advanced Oncologic Care. However, the financial burden of treatment can be overwhelming. That's why we are coming together to raise funds to support her medical expenses and help alleviate some of the stress during this difficult time. Any contribution, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in Dakota's journey to recovery.
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Dakota is scheduled to get the port put in on Tuesday 10/29/24. This is how she will receive chemo treatments and vitamin C infusions.
Keep checking back here for more updates.
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Oct 26