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I'm in my 3rd year in remission. I work at school and ours is still open for vulnerable and key worker children   Today a child spat full on in my face my mask was on but I worry that my immune system is low and I'm still having 6 monthly check ups   My cancer was missed for several years and had to act quick when it was found   I had a hysterectomy and 5 weeks of radiotherapy but I worry that I'm vulnerable to covid    Am I being silly to worry I'm vulnerable

  • As I noticed this is your first post here on the forum, I wanted to stop by to say hello and welcome you to Cancer Chat, YHTAC.

    With so much that there is still unknown about COVID I think no one would judge you as silly for worrying about your immune system after being in remission for 3 years, your concern is valid as anyone's else. Having said that, if you're still worried about being vulnerable at your workplace perhaps it might be a good idea to give your medical team a call and ask if there is anything you can do to protect yourself better.

    If you wish to speak to someone medically trained over the phone, please know that our nurses are just a phone call away and you can reach them by ringing this phone number 0808 800 4040  Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Renata, Cancer Chat Moderator

     

     

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