Vicky Phelan ‘back on track’ after experiencing cancer treatment side effects

"If I can get to a stage where my body tolerates the drug, I don’t mind having a day here and there of vomiting. I can take that as long as all this works."
Vicky Phelan ‘back on track’ after experiencing cancer treatment side effects

Vicky Phelan speaking ahead of her treatment this week.

Vicky Phelan has recovered from the side effects she experienced last week in her US medical trial but says she is nervous about taking three medications tomorrow as part of her treatment.

After being admitted to hospital for IV fluids due to ‘non-stop vomiting’ last week, Ms Phelan said she feels much better one week on but is feeling “a bit anxious” about her next round of treatment.

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