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Stranded cancer patient hits out at Bali volcano flights 'debacle'
An Australian tourist stranded in Bali says her airline told her to go to a chemist when she told them she was running out of vital cancer medication.
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I really hate how news companies try to sexy up headlines just to get someone to click on the story. There was no "hitting out" at Bali. Just a discussion of the bad situation.
To be honest, if there's any blame to be had, she should be blaming herself for not keeping a ready supply of medication available. It's sort of her job to do it.
I'm on a specific cocktail of medication for heart issues. I know that, if I was planning out head out of the country for an extended vacation I'd be damned sure to keep all of my relevant medications in stock and on my person at all times. I'm well aware of the universe's indifference to my comforts and health and plan accordingly.