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Staying out of the sun - The important message for all transplant patients going on holiday to sunny destinations is - ‘Avoid the sun and you can avoid skin cancer&rquo;. Transplant patients are three times more likely than other people to get skin cancers after a transplant because of the immuno-suppressant drugs they need to take. However, skin cancer can be avoided and, if detected early, can be easily treated.

Avoiding infections while on holiday - Transplant immuno-suppressant drugs also reduce a patient’s ability to fight infections. Simple precautions include:

Vaccinations - Transplant patients should never be given ‘live’ vaccines. See your renal unit for advice on live vaccines and also make sure your GP is informed. Click here for more details on vaccinations.


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