Paul Strikes Back! against cancer

Goal:

 USD $68,000

Raised:

 USD $10,882

Campaign created by Paul Sobczak

Campaign funds will be received by Barbara Sobczak

Paul Strikes Back! against cancer

I was diagnosed with inoperable cancer in my throat & neck at age 55.  Due to the size and location of the tumors, the only viable treatment options are more holistic.  Since April of 2023, I have implemented multiple protocols and primarily been under the medical care of "Hope4Cancer", a clinic in Mexico.  

My treatments and therapies are very expensive and not generally covered by insurance.  I also travel to the clinic for 1-6 weeks, several times a year, which results in significant lost income while out of work.  

Your generosity will help cover these expenses, provide for my family, and give me peace of mind so that I can focus on my healing journey.  The road to complete recovery may take long time, and I am thankful to God and those that help me walk through it, one day at time.  

As a husband and father for almost 30 years, I am determined to strike back and win this fight against cancer!  It is my prayer that God will be glorified through this process and that those on a similar path will be encouraged.

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John and Betty Chatalian
$ 100.00 USD
7 days ago

Our best to you Paul & Barbara. We are sending prayers & good wishes.

Brittany
$ 30.00 USD
7 days ago

Praying for rapid healing and little to no complications in Jesus name.

Daniel Brienza
$ 100.00 USD
7 days ago

Praying for you brother.

Paul Gianzanti
$ 25.00 USD
7 days ago

Get well soon, my friend!

Martin Sarmiento
$ 100.00 USD
10 days ago

Our prayers go with you and Barbara to Mexico!

PJ the cool shipmate
$ 100.00 USD
2 months ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 200.00 USD
7 months ago

Anonymous Giver
$ 100.00 USD
9 months ago

Continued prayers for Paul's healing!

Anonymous Giver
$ 200.00 USD
9 months ago

Hope this helps! May God multiply 10 times over!

Anonymous Giver
$ 500.00 USD
10 months ago

Mark Allen
$ 100.00 USD
11 months ago

Terrence Cornish
$ 25.00 USD
1 year ago

An old carrier sailor
$ 200.00 USD
1 year ago

May God be with you during this time of your life. I miss that job and love you as I know your Mom does, even though she is not here.

Anonymous Giver
$ 1000.00 USD
1 year ago

Praying for you..

Anonymous Giver
$ 300.00 USD
1 year ago

Annette Reeder
$ 1000.00 USD
1 year ago

We are here for you!

Anonymous Giver
$ 1000.00 USD
1 year ago

Jacques
$ 142.00 USD
1 year ago

Be funny & get well, brother!

Josh Turbyfill
$ 25.00 USD
1 year ago

Praying for your family!

Steve and Joy Greer
$ 1000.00 USD
1 year ago

Praying for healing for you and strength and peace for your family.

Updates

Hope4Cancer - Aug, 2024

September 10th, 2024

I have returned from getting my 4th round of therapy and testing at the Hope4Cancer clinic.  Barbara and I had to extend the stay an extra week due to a few concerns that were found.

Here is a brief update:

- 4 of the original 10 lymph nodes affected have returned to normal.

- There is no cancer activity detected in my tonsil for the last 6 months.  (The is the presumed primary tumor.)

- The cancer has not spread below my neck.

- One area of concern was a lymph node that has grown on the right side of my neck, and it was pushing on my juggler.  

Send me an email at paulsobby@gmail.com so you can follow me on FB and get more info.   We thank God for the good progress so far, and appreciate your support.  Please pray for wisdom and provision as I continue this healing marathon.

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Sometimes you need a break...

August 6th, 2024

So my youngest daughter is getting ready to head back to Liberty University to continue her studies this fall.  Last year, prior to cancer, I promised her a outdoor get-a-way with dad.  This had to be put off for medical reasons, however I was able to take a day last weekend and take her canoeing on the Shenandoah river.  We had a great time and I only slipped and fell once, fortunately landing on my bum!   We did some antique shopping and had a nice dinner at a restaurant of her choice, "Try Thai".   Came home safe and sound Sunday afternoon, just in time to catch up with cancer treatment/protocals. 

I will be heading to Mexico next week for another round of intense treatment, testing/scans, after which Barbara and I will be making decisions regarding future treatment. 

As always, thank you for all of your prayers and support.  I am still working 4-6 hours per day and the company Barbara worked for has closed its doors, laying her off.

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1 Year into this...

April 30th, 2024

I cannot believe how fast this year has flown by and everything that has transpired.  Thanks to all of you that have supported my battle!!!  It's not over, and it is my prayer that I can use this event in my life to encourage, motivate or help somebody else in the future.  I just created a video update on FB, Paulstrikesback! and we are preparing for a fundraiser this Sunday at 6pm in Virginia Beach.  Hope to see you there!

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Heading back to Mexico

February 12th, 2024

Hey there friends and family!

"I'm leaving on a jet plane, don't know when I'll be back again...", at least the first part of this hit from the 70's is true, I am on way back to Mexico for my second follow-up!  I will there for one week, 12 hours per day at the clinic for testing, therapy and meeting with my medical team.  Thank you for your prayers and support and follow me on facebook at "paulstrikesback!"


Preparations for first follow-up!

November 26th, 2023

Hello Friends and Family,

I hope all of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!  I know I am thankful for all of the support, monetary and otherwise, from you guys.  Your generosity truly brings me to my knees thanking God for your assistance as I walk out this trial.

Anyway, I am heading back to H4C on December 3rd for follow-up testing, the type of cancer that I have can only be tracked using ultra sound measurements, plus 1 week of therapy. 

Please be in prayer for a good report!  If you are nota already on my FB please join as I will be providing nightly updates from Mexico! (paulstrikesback!)




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FUND RAISER AT MO-MACK THIS WEDNESDAY!

October 2nd, 2023

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Update #2

August 31st, 2023

Back Home

August 31st, 2023

Hello sweet friends and family!  Greetings from the land of blue water, sunsets and really scary bus drivers!!!  I returned home from 3 weeks of intensive, holistic, cancer treatment and we have some good news!  The tumors have stopped growing and their blood supply is diminishing.  My body is responding well to the therapies and has begun to thwart the attack of this invader.  I will be getting more blood work and the tumor measured again in 6 weeks.  On top of that I have 5 hours of treatment protocols to do daily!  This is my first plateau and I am on my way to a full recovery!  Thank you for all of your prayers and to all who have contributed, cancer is a tough fight and your support really makes the difference.

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