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Summer plans? Tips for making it easier?

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Have long term side effects changed the way you approach your normal spring/summer activities? In your garden? Your travels? Do you have tips that make travel easier?

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When I have an opportunity to travel that conflicts with my ability to refill medications in a timely manner, including my pain patches, I ask my Part D insurance carrier for a vacation override or exception. Sometimes my doctor has to appeal their decision not cover it. Only once did I have to pay by out of pocket in 13 years.

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