Whether an oncologist or family physician, doctors always have a plan to ensure patients are covered when they are off or on vacation.
So, if you’re feeling well and your doctor approves, you may want to give your spirits a lift by planning a holiday visit. When you do, be sure to protect your health by adding these precautions to your travel checklist.
For those with cancer, the holidays can be difficult to navigate when considering emotional and health challenges.
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Medical accessories, including syringes and oxygen devices, may pose specific challenges for patients who want to travel.
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Cancer patients may be more prone than most people to feeling cold and to catching viruses, so they have special considerations in the winter.
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