Back a Bear

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Basil Martin
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Cape Town
South Africa
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Started 2 yrs ago
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My name is Basil Martin, my friends call me Bear. I'm 34 years old. 

In 2020, during Covid, like many others, I did what I was required of me in order to keep my job and I consented to taking the covid vaccine.  

Unfortunately for me, I suffered severe adverse affects immediately, landing myself in False Bay Hospital for a number of weeks with pneumonia and stomach ulcers.  

Since then my health has deteriorated rapidly as my immune system struggles to right the wrong done to it.  I have been diagnosed with the following health issues:

  • psoriosis
  • stomach ulcers
  • rheumatoid arthritis
  • a clot on the lungs 
  • fluid on the lungs
  • myocarditis
  • gangrene in my feet and hands
  • aggressive lupus

I have lost a significant amount of muscle, am unable to walk or care for myself and am now bedridden.  My toes will likely have to be amputated due to the gangrene and I will have to learn to walk again.

I am currently staying at Living Hope Hosp...

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B. Martin 6 Sep '24
I have made it through my surgery. The gangrene has been cut out, unfortunately so has half of my right foot and my left foot, above the knee. Despite this, I am feeling better and keen to get my s...

B. Martin 7 Aug '24
I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks to each of you for your incredible support of my BackaBear campaign. Your generosity has been a lifeline during these challenging times. As of today, I...
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