
Travelling with cancer
Travelling when you have cancer might involve some extra planning. Find out how cancer can affect travelling in the UK and abroad and get plenty of tips to make it easier.
Travelling when you have cancer might involve some extra planning. Find out how cancer can affect travelling in the UK and abroad and get plenty of tips to make it easier.
Travelling in the UK when you have cancer might mean you need to plan a little ahead.
Travelling abroad when you have cancer might not affect where or how you travel. But sometimes you could have a few extra things to think about.
To visit some countries, you’ll need vaccinations before you leave. It’s a good idea to get advice about this at least 8 weeks before you travel.
Most people who have cancer can travel without problems. Find out when not to travel.
When you need to take medicines abroad, it’s worth planning ahead. Some drugs are restricted. You might need a doctor’s letter or export licence.
When you have cancer, you may have a higher risk of blood clots, infection, lymphoedema (swelling) or sun sensitivity. You might need to take extra care when you are travelling.
Plan a safe and pleasant journey with these travel tips for people who have cancer, are having treatment, or are recovering from treatment.
Getting travel insurance when you have cancer can be difficult. But it’s important to get insurance before you travel. There are companies with special policies for people with cancer.
When you need extra help with travelling, you can get useful information from airports and airlines, train companies and several charities.
You might want to go abroad to have cancer treatment. Find out what NHS funding options you have.
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