Information log - If you are not able to resume treatment at home,  the information log will be available immediately if your medical records cannot be accessed. For example, many people were evacuated long distances after hurricane Katrina and records were not available for many weeks. A log gives another cancer treatment center an idea at what point in the cycle treatment was interrupted and where to pick it up. 

Extra medications for treatment side effects – Drug stores may not be available immediately after the disaster, so an emergency supply will help get you through until more can be found.

Insurance Information - Having a back-up copy of all insurance information, including phone numbers, will be readily available if originals are lost or destroyed.

First Aid Kit & Disinfectant Wash – People being treated for cancer are more prone to illness as cancer treatment not only destroys the cancer cells, but also destroys cells that support the immune system protecting people from germs that cause infection. All scrapes and injuries must be kept clean and covered. Hands must be washed frequently to kill germs.

Clean Towel & Bed Linen - Shelters do not provide any linen, so oftentimes many people are expected to share these items. Cancer patients should not share these items because of the increased chance of sharing germs as well.

Last updated: July 17, 2006