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Travelling with thalassaemia

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Travel is very doable with some planning. Before a trip: make sure you won’t miss a transfusion (or arrange one at your destination), carry enough chelation and other medicines in your hand luggage, and bring a short summary of your condition and treatment.

MUIY’s Doctor report (Health → Monitoring) gives a shareable summary to carry, and the emergency card holds your key details for an unfamiliar clinic. Keep medicines in their original packaging, and pack a little extra for delays.

This is general information about thalassaemia, not medical advice. Your own care depends on your history and test results — always talk to your thalassaemia team before changing anything about your treatment.

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