For patients with Cancer

I had radiation therapy last year. Now I am not undergoing any treatment. Should I be worried?
I had radiation therapy last year. Now I am not undergoing any treatment. Should I be worried? Though we don’t know for sure the impact of radiation the...
Tue, 24 Mar, 2020 at 7:11 AM
Should we try to get what meds we can and have some extra on hand?
Should we try to get what meds we can and have some extra on hand? You should, as recommended by the CDC, try to obtain a supply of important medication...
Tue, 24 Mar, 2020 at 7:19 AM
Should we be concerned about drug shortages?
Should we be concerned about drug shortages?  As of now, we have not heard about any manufacturing concerns regarding cancer drugs. Your doctor will be the...
Tue, 24 Mar, 2020 at 7:26 AM
I am on a clinical trial and need to travel to another city. Will this be allowed?
I am on a clinical trial and need to travel to another city. Will this be allowed? It’s best to speak with your doctor and study team about your particu...
Tue, 24 Mar, 2020 at 7:28 AM
What will happen to my cancer treatment? For example:
What will happen to my cancer treatment? For example:      Will it be postponed? Should I still go to hospital appointments? How will my hospital decide ...
Wed, 25 Mar, 2020 at 7:24 AM
I am on chemotherapy. If I experience sweats/ cough/ shivering should I call 911?
I am on chemotherapy. If I experience sweats/ cough/ shivering should I call 911? You should call 911. Reference https://www.bowelcanceruk.org.u...
Wed, 25 Mar, 2020 at 7:25 AM
If I need to self-isolate for more than seven days, what will happen in relation to treatment that has to be done weekly?
If I need to self-isolate for more than seven days, what will happen in relation to treatment that has to be done weekly? Your clinical team are best pl...
Wed, 25 Mar, 2020 at 7:26 AM
What are the symptoms likely to be?/Will the symptoms be different because I have cancer?/What should I look out for?
What are the symptoms likely to be?/Will the symptoms be different because I have cancer?/What should I look out for? Coronavirus can have serious effec...
Wed, 25 Mar, 2020 at 7:46 AM
What should I do if my clinician is diagnosed with coronavirus?
What should I do if my clinician is diagnosed with coronavirus? If your clinician is diagnosed with coronavirus and you have not seen them recently, the...
Wed, 25 Mar, 2020 at 7:08 AM
Does having had cancer treatment in the past (for example, stem cell transplants, chemotherapy, radiotherapy) in the past – even if I am now in remission – increase my risk if I get the virus?
This depends on the type of cancer and the treatment you have had. Most people make a full recovery after cancer treatment and their immune system either r...
Tue, 30 Jun, 2020 at 5:54 AM