Hello and thank you for your post,

I am sorry to hear about your brother's diagnosis of lung cancer.

While your brother is undergoing chemotherapy his immune system may be affected and he could be at risk of getting infections. However, please remember that because it is given as an outpatient, it is usually considered safe for people to travel to and from the hospital and even go outside while undergoing treatment.

However, we have all learnt a lot about infections during Covid and how wearing a face mask can help reduce the risk of infection.  I think this is something he should ask his chemotherapy team about as the hospital may have specific advice.  They may also have masks in the unit where he will get his treatment and the nurses there may say that it is appropriate to wear one in the taxi going home and take another one for coming back for treatment. 

You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Take care,

Caroline

Hello and thank you for your post,

I am sorry to hear about your brother's diagnosis of lung cancer.

While your brother is undergoing chemotherapy his immune system may be affected and he could be at risk of getting infections. However, please remember that because it is given as an outpatient, it is usually considered safe for people to travel to and from the hospital and even go outside while undergoing treatment.

However, we have all learnt a lot about infections during Covid and how wearing a face mask can help reduce the risk of infection.  I think this is something he should ask his chemotherapy team about as the hospital may have specific advice.  They may also have masks in the unit where he will get his treatment and the nurses there may say that it is appropriate to wear one in the taxi going home and take another one for coming back for treatment. 

You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Take care,

Caroline