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Question: portable oxygen onboard plane? do airlines allow passengers to bring portable oxygen tanks just in case there is an emergency? the oxygen level up in an airplane is low and my mom has cold agglutinin disease and since it will be a long flight we will feel more secure if she had a portable oxygen along w/ her.
Answer: No, but most airlines will accommodate special requirements as this for a small fee, which will provide your mom with in flight oxygen.
When not though, you would need to have a unit such as an oxygen concentrator for travel.
And full tanks are dangerous to transport, so the airline will not transport them, unless they are empty (which defeats the point), so if you wanted to use tanks (if an oxygen concentrator wouldn't do the job), you would need to arrange for them at your destination.
If in doubt, call the airline to ask about how they can accommodate you, but you will not be able to carry filled tanks on board.
Question: portable oxygen onboard planes? do airlines allow passengers to bring portable oxygen tanks just in case there is an emergency? the oxygen level up in an airplane is low and my mom has cold agglutinin disease and since it will be a long flight we will feel more secure if she had a portable oxygen along w/ her.
Answer: The FAA won't allow compressed gasses on planes, however airlines will provide oxygen to passengers who need it if you give them ample notice. Most airlines require 48-72 hours and many will charge up to $100 for the equipment.
Question: How do you get financial help insulating an old house? I have recently been diagnosed with a rare blood disorder, "Cold Agglutinin Disease" which effects my platelets when I get cold.
I live in an old, drafty house that is COLD in winter. It is important that I get it well insulated before winter and I need help financing this.
I was told that there are Governement grants and such one can take advantage of in this case but I have no idea where to look.
Answer: Call your local welfare office (DHHR) or your local Community Action. They should be able to get you the help you deserve.
