A Plymouth resident, Linzi Stone, is deeply concerned about her deteriorating health as she remains stranded in Dubai with stage three cancer. Scheduled to begin chemotherapy for a rare form of lung cancer, the 47-year-old, who has never smoked, received her diagnosis of EGFR-positive lung cancer only a few weeks ago. With no prior treatment, Linzi, along with her husband Paul, 54, and their 11-year-old daughter Summer, find themselves stuck in a hotel near Jebel Ali Port on The Palm, where recent conflict-related disruptions have led to flight cancellations.
Expressing her distress, Linzi shared, “I only got diagnosed at the beginning of February. I’ve not been sick with it at all. I haven’t started any treatment yet. My doctor said it was OK for us to travel for a short break before starting chemo.” However, uncertainties loom as she faces the possibility of missing her first chemotherapy session due to the current situation.
The challenging circumstances have taken a toll on Linzi’s well-being, with mounting anxiety about the progression of her condition without timely treatment. She emphasized, “I just want to get home and start my chemotherapy. And my life actually does depend on it.” Amidst heightened tensions in the region, including drone interceptions near their hotel, the family remains on edge, hoping for a safe journey back home.
While a Virgin Airways flight was initially scheduled, uncertainties persist on whether it will take off as planned. Paul, expressing his frustration, highlighted the urgency of the situation, stating, “My wife is obviously desperate to get home and start her chemotherapy, and panicking that every day she misses the chemo things are going to get worse. So it’s not a good place to be.”
Amidst the challenges, Paul remains committed to supporting his family, especially his wife and daughter, navigating through the distressing circumstances exacerbated by the ongoing conflict.
