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Geoff Linschoten

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      Geoff Linschoten
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        I'm from Canada and also looking at Rigvir as an option…the results and information on success rates are exceptional and can actually be complimentary to other therapies.  I think it's important to research all options. Although we like to think North American treatment options are best…we have to be honest and look outside the borders and understand why some of these treatments are not offered (it's not always because they do not work).  My only option for treatment at this time (since I don't qualify for yervoy etc) is interfuron-alpha (standard treatment in Canada).  There is also a clinic in the Bahamas that does Rigvir that I am looking into.  I'm also doing as much as possible holistically (natural food products, Conventional doctors think I'm crazy I'm sure as will many of you…but do what your gut tells you.  Rigvir is standard of care in many areas outside of north america.

        Geoff Linschoten
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          I'm from Canada and also looking at Rigvir as an option…the results and information on success rates are exceptional and can actually be complimentary to other therapies.  I think it's important to research all options. Although we like to think North American treatment options are best…we have to be honest and look outside the borders and understand why some of these treatments are not offered (it's not always because they do not work).  My only option for treatment at this time (since I don't qualify for yervoy etc) is interfuron-alpha (standard treatment in Canada).  There is also a clinic in the Bahamas that does Rigvir that I am looking into.  I'm also doing as much as possible holistically (natural food products, Conventional doctors think I'm crazy I'm sure as will many of you…but do what your gut tells you.  Rigvir is standard of care in many areas outside of north america.

          Geoff Linschoten
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            I'm from Canada and also looking at Rigvir as an option…the results and information on success rates are exceptional and can actually be complimentary to other therapies.  I think it's important to research all options. Although we like to think North American treatment options are best…we have to be honest and look outside the borders and understand why some of these treatments are not offered (it's not always because they do not work).  My only option for treatment at this time (since I don't qualify for yervoy etc) is interfuron-alpha (standard treatment in Canada).  There is also a clinic in the Bahamas that does Rigvir that I am looking into.  I'm also doing as much as possible holistically (natural food products, Conventional doctors think I'm crazy I'm sure as will many of you…but do what your gut tells you.  Rigvir is standard of care in many areas outside of north america.

            Geoff Linschoten
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              I would pull for Keytruda as well…I'm stage III and in Canada it seems our only option now is Interfuron (which I am not doing). Best of luck on your decision (at least you have one) and your health.

              Geoff Linschoten
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                I would pull for Keytruda as well…I'm stage III and in Canada it seems our only option now is Interfuron (which I am not doing). Best of luck on your decision (at least you have one) and your health.

                Geoff Linschoten
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                  I would pull for Keytruda as well…I'm stage III and in Canada it seems our only option now is Interfuron (which I am not doing). Best of luck on your decision (at least you have one) and your health.

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