SSF Looking Into Flight Restrictions and What It Means for Sjögren's Patients

Following the recent happenings in London, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has strengthened their airport security screening procedures, restricting what you can carry-on to the plane. According to the TSA website, no liquids or gels of any kind will be permitted in carry-on luggage. Currently, the only exceptions to this rule are baby formula and medicines.

"As a Sjögren’s syndrome patient and frequent traveler, I know first-hand the difficulty patients face traveling if liquids, gels, and ointments are banned," says Kathy Hammitt, SSF’s Director of Research.

That is why the Foundation is working with our new PR firm, as well as trying to get a more clear answer about these restrictions from the TSA. And if necessary, we will reach out to our legislative contacts to see what options are available for Sjögren's sufferers when traveling.

If you are a Sjögren's patient and have had trouble or successes traveling with the recent TSA restrictions, please contact the foundation toll free at 1-800-475-6473 or email us at ssf@sjogrens.org to tell us your story.

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