On our own
I have just completed 4 and a bit months of chemo after being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and having both breasts removed and the lymph nodes removed from under my left arm. I am about to lea...
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Hi Lou
Welcome to the network -- I'm glad you found your way here. Lou, you are so right about there being little support in rural areas.
Have you heard of Patient Assisted Travel Schemes? These are state and territory run schemes that provide financial assistance to people who have to pay for travel/accommodation for treatment. Check out our fact sheet for more info.
Also, the Cancer Council are a wealth of information when it comes to the support you can access in your area. They can be reached on 13 11 20 and may have advice on travelling for radiotherapy. They are also staffed by oncology nurses who can provide phone advice should you need it during your radiotherapy treatment.
Good luck Lou.
~Annie