Hi Folks,
I asked this in the group specifically about living outside the uk but there was no response. Another user suggested I post it in the breast cancer group but I've chosen this one because my Jen is under 50, so I suspect the hormone suppression is more relevant? My apologies if I'm wrong. Treading somewhat new ground at the moment.
So, my Jen is having monthly Zolidex subcut implants. There's a three-monthly one, but the oncologist has expressly stated that she is not to go on it - less effective or something? Anyway, we've bought a big ol' motor caravan and we're going to drive down the Spanish coast for a few months this coming Spring/Summer. The problem:
NHS will *not* let me do the injections, despite me having no issues to pay for training or whatever is needed.
We have no idea how to go about getting Zolidex in Spain. Normal meds, sure - just look for the big green cross or google maps, right? No idea when it comes cancer treatment.
Current rough plans are:
1. Jen flies back each month.
2. We contact hospitals we know will be on the itinery at the approximately appropriate time (we're flexible) and book the treatments in advance.
3. Go private and get the training and meds we need to provide Jen's continuing care without third parties.
I'm thinking '1' is the worst case scenario - the fallback option.
Anyone else faced similar problems?
Many thanks in advance.
Dom.
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