Cancer Hope Vicky Phelan heads for US for six months of experimental treatment for cancer in hope of having more time with family Updated: 26 Jan 2021, 13:54 CERVICAL cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan jetted off to the US this morning for six months of experimental treament which she hopes will give her more time with her family. The mum-of-two posted a pic of herself with staff as she enjoyed a complimentary breakfast at the Platinum Services lounge at Dublin Airport before she flew out alone for a half-year stint in Maryland. 3 Vicky poses with staff at the airport She wrote: “This is why I love Ireland and Irish people. You just wouldn’t get this kindness and generosity anywhere else.”