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Travel & timing after local recurrence

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A few thoughts that might help as you think it through:

• Travel during or between treatment is possible — many people do travel on regimens like gemcitabine/Abraxane, often timing trips between cycles when energy is better
• The biggest considerations are access to care, infection risk, and flexibility
• You’re already thinking the right way with travel insurance and evacuation coverage

One thing I would add — really read the fine print on travel insurance. It can be helpful, but it doesn’t always cover what people think, especially with pre-existing conditions.

Also keep in mind that in more remote or developing areas, doctors may not be familiar with the nuances of pancreatic cancer care, so access to the right kind of care can matter as much as access to any care.

On Morocco — yes, major cities like Casablanca and Marrakech have international airports with runways long enough for large jets and access to advanced medical facilities. The key is staying within a reasonable distance of those cities if that’s a concern.

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@mcharlesfrancis thank you.