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Copyright (c) 1991   Tribune Media Services, Inc.


Information About the Corporate Angel Network


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QUESTION:  I once read of a company called Angel Network that assists families
in arranging flights on corporate aircraft, to transport cancer patients to
hospitals where they are receiving treatment.  Could you please find out more
about this service and publish the address.  It would ease the financial
burdens of my in laws, who now must spend about $600 each month for flights to
the hospital from our town.

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ANSWER:  The answer to your question and perhaps your problem is the Corporate
Angel Network (CAN) located at Westchester County Airport, Building One, White
Plains, NY 10604 Tel # (914) 328-1313, Fax # (800) 328-4226.  CAN is a
non-profit organization designed to arrange free air transportation for cancer
patients.  This nationwide program uses available seats on corporate aircraft
being flown on business trips.  Financial need is not a requirement.  CAN
permits patients to travel in comfort and dignity, spared the stresses of
commercial air travel.  It has already flown over 3500 patients through the
cooperation and generosity of more than 425 participating corporations.  There
are a few requirements.  Patients must be going to or returning from a
recognized treatment center, consultation or check-up.  They must be able to
board the aircraft unassisted (no stretchers), and not require any life
support systems or special services during the flight.  Since CAN may not
always be able to find an appropriate flight, back up commercial flight plans
must be made.  Another individual may accompany the patient, both parents in
the case of children if space permits.  Though referrals are accepted from
social service and medical personnel, the people at CAN must speak to the
patient or the person traveling along in order to explain the program
thoroughly.  Requests for transportation will be taken when a definite date
for the medical appointment has been made, but no more than three weeks in
advance.  I hope you and others will find this important information of some
help in fighting their battle with cancer.
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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace 
the counsel and advice of your personal physician.  Promptly consulting your 
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical 
problem.
