Avastin

Hi

I am having treatment for bowel cancer,one of the drugs I need is Avastin which I'm having at a private hospital.

cannot afford it anymore so moving to the NHS,but told they won't give Avastin.Does anyone know what they give instead ?

  • Welcome to Cancer Chat Scad although I'm sorry to hear about your situation. This must be very frustrating.

    I hope you hear back from some of our members who may have been in a similar position soon but in the meantime, you're very welcome to discuss this with one of our cancer nurses on 0808 800 4040. Their phone lines are open Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m and they will do all they can to help.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator