Chemotherapy is strong medicine, so it is safest for people without cancer to avoid direct contact with the drugs. That’s why oncology nurses and doctors wear gloves, goggles, gowns and masks. When the treatment session is over, these items are disposed of in special bags or bins.

Is it safe to be around someone on chemotherapy?

Unless your health care team tells you differently, you can usually be around family and friends during the weeks and months you’re getting chemo. On treatment days, family and friends can often come with you.

What should chemo patients avoid?

• Contact with body fluids after treatment. …
• Overextending yourself. …
• Infections. …
• Large meals. …
• Raw or undercooked foods. …
• Hard, acidic, or spicy foods. …
• Frequent or heavy alcohol consumption. …
• Smoking.