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Coronavirus pandemic forcing surgery delays, treatment changes for patients with other chronic illnesses – ABC News
The coronavirus pandemic has been particularly tough for cancer patient Jodie Leworthy. Her treatment has been amended and because of her weakened immune system she hasn’t been able to have friends or extended family close by.
Since the coronavirus pandemic began, Jodie Leworthy has either been at her Melbourne home or in hospital.
Key points:
- The COVID-19 crisis is affecting treatments for people with other chronic illnesses
- Cancer patient Jodie Leworthy has had some surgeries delayed and her treatment changed
- She says the Government needs to rethink how the chronically ill are treated
The 32-year-old was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer in January.
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