12th March
I was due in tomorrow for my operation however BUPA have called to say that I'm not covered for cancer treatment and we just cannot afford to pay this as a private patient.
It's a massive blow when I was all prepared and had also been in for my pre op assessment this morning. My head is just spinning at the moment. I cannot laugh or cry. I find myself just staring into space vacantly.
I have a new appointment tomorrow with the same surgeon at the Northern General so I can get registered as an NHS patient. Hopefully it won't take long to get in. I really need to start thinking about work but I'm struggling to concentrate on anything today.
Hey anyway, look on the bright side, at least I will get to the quiz at the Parish Oven on Thursday
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