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Jennifer Linn - July 2016

Ashley Williams decided she wouldn't let cancer disrupt her dream of opening her own business, a child care center. The 32-year old managed to open the Creative Learners Child Development Center in Gainesville, all while battling breast cancer.

Alizah Salario - July 2016

As strides in research and treatments improve, cancer is no longer the death sentence many believed it to be. More people are living with the disease than ever before, which means there are more people continuing to work through their diagnosis and treatment. Cancer and Careers' Chief Mission Officer, Rebecca Nellis, offers insight.

HAN Network - July 2016

Kim Adler is a survivor and a fighter. After beating colon and liver cancer, Adler has decided to celebrate her five year anniversary by swimming 15.5 miles across the Long Island Sound. She's invited her surgeon, oncologist and three co-workers to join her marathon relay team.

Joel Maxwell - July 2016

Real estate agent, Paul Berryman, was diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer in January; he told his employers on January 19, and less than three weeks later, his contract was terminated. Though the termination was apparently related to Berryman's poor interaction with clients, though he claims that the timing is extremely suspect.

Alan Scherstuhl - July 2016

In the recently released documentary, Miss Sharon Jones!, Barbara Kopple tells the story of the strength and energy of the indefatigable singer, Sharon Jones. After being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and beginning chemo in late 2013, Jones rejoined her band on the road with seemingly no end in sight for her career.

Corey Roepken - July 2016

Despite being in the middle of radiation treatment, Clear Falls coach, Lyndsay Hodges, continues to coach her volleyball team. Following chemotherapy, a mastectomy and an unexpected lymph node removal surgery, Hodges couldn't wait to get back to the court with her team.

CTV Atlantic - July 2016

Lynne Robinson, an associate professor at Dalhousie University, has teamed up with Saint Mary's University to study how to better support working women who have a cancer diagnosis. Her mother and sister both had breast cancer, so it is an issue close to her heart, and one in which she wishes to see changes happen.

Matthew Davis - July 2016

After finding out he was cancer free, Tashawn Manning walked out of the building with an unfading smile. Manning was diagnosed with Acute Proyelocytic Leukemia during Thanksgiving of 2015. Treatment began immediately, which included daily hospital visits.

Rebecca Franks - July 2016

At just 17, Adry Awan was diagnosed with cancer, which spread to his vital organs and spurred a parallel fight for his mental health. Undergoing chemotherapy, six weeks of daily radiotherapy and counseling, Awan was able to overcome the physical and mental difficulties of his cancer diagnosis.

Brielle Urciuoli - July 2016

While cancer can often feel like a full-time job, there seems to be little information on what a patient or survivor does when they are ready to return to the workforce. CURE asked Rebecca Nellis, Chief Mission Officer of Cancer and Careers, common questions about returning to work during or after cancer treatment.

Jenny Morrison - July 2016

After spending years treating breast cancer patients, nurse Mary Raphael was forced to see the disease through a patient's eyes when she herself was diagnosed and receiving treatment.Going from the treating to the treated, was a major perspective change.

Tommy Birch - July 2016

Though Mitchell Meyers suffered many losses following his diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma, including his hair, eyebrows, significant weight, he never lost his love for football and drive to play again. Meyers will be returning to play for the Cyclones this season and he couldn't be more excited.

CBC News - July 2016

Cecilia Delfino, a public servant with Global Affairs Canada, shares her story with CBC explaining that since her return to work following cancer treatment, she has not been paid. Two years ago, when Delfino was diagnosed with cancer, everything changed.

Ashley Madonna - July 2016

When Darven Norris was diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer shortly after he was hired at a start up, he knew the road would not be easy. Norris was let go shortly thereafter due to the company not wanting to absorb increased insurance premiums. Feeling at a loss, Cancer Support Community, North Texas stepped in to help.

Amber Cox - July 2016

According to published study findings in Thyroid, unemployment and decreased income 2 years following a thyroid cancer diagnosis are common in Israel. These findings may indicate a need for programs that facilitate a return to full-time work.

Robert Harding - July 2016

Just three months following Senator Jim Seward's surgery for bladder cancer, he's shifted his focus to a different goal: winning his 16th term. Though he'd been out of work for a month and a half, Seward returned to Albany in June and made sure to be present for the final month of the legislative season.

Geetika Mantri - July 2016

The News Minute speaks with a few young cancer survivors who share how they handled the shock of diagnosis and what effects it had on their careers. Though many cite the struggle of keeping up with work, they also share their mentality during the difficult times.

Chris Beattie - July 2016

Though for Ralph Parkman, the possibility of prostate cancer was likely due to his age group, it still took three biopsies and months of convincing before he was actually diagnosed. As an elementary school math teacher, Parkman did not take missing school lightly.

Scott Thompson - July 2016

The initial news of her diagnosis is something Michelle Cox will likely never forget. She was shocked, as she had been very healthy and there was no history of cancer in her family. Just two months after the phone call, Cox had a successful surgery to remove the cancer and her life started to really take shape.

Julia Sims - July 2016

Superior Court Judge, Carl Fox, is no stranger to people rising when he enters the court room. However, when that turned into a standing ovation upon his return to the bench after cancer, it was a powerful and emotional scene. At 62, Fox was diagnosed with myelodysplatic syndrome, losing weight and energy and having to set aside judicial duties.

Robert Lang - July 2016

Alan Walden, currently running as the Republican nominee for Mayor of Baltimore, has announced to his supports via email, that he has been diagnosed with a treatable form of bladder cancer. Following surgery to remove his bladder, doctors believe no further treatment will be necessary.

CBC News - July 2016

Stephanie Morin-Roberts is a performer and childhood cancer survivor. Her current work is Blindside, a comedy piece inspired by her life after childhood cancer. At two years old she was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a cancer of the eye. She had to have her left eye removed, but afterwards was okay.

Charisse Jones - July 2016

A case against California state agencies who oversee dispensing of workers' compensation benefits on behalf of several women injured on the job. The lawsuit alleges that injured female workers in California are denied equal disability benefits because of systemic gender bias.

Healio O&P News - July 2016

A pilot study conducted at The Ohio State University found the use of dance as therapy could improve balance and reduce fall risk among cancer patients with peripheral neuropathy. Lisa Worthen-Chaudhari, phsyical rehabilitation specialist, notes the importance of this with the increase in cancer survival.

Caroline Barghout - July 2016

When Margaret Koshinsky was diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer in October of 2013, she was also told she'd be on an aggressive treatment regimen. Her chemotherapy began almost immediately, but she maintained her job as a manager of marketing and communications for the Winnipeg Folk Festival, until forced by her condition to take time off.

Molly Shea - July 2016

Tim Quinn is a celebrity makeup artist and testicular cancer survivor. Though extremely weak upon arriving at Mass General in 2007, Quinn turned to his love of makeup to help him stay positive and to even help lift the spirits of other patients at the hospital.

John Bachman - July 2016

August Williams was only 11-years-old when diagnosed with a rare form of Leukemia. Despite her straight A's and being a leader in her high school, her cancer prevented her from attending college. Cancer had taken a toll on both her body and her parents savings. The Tom Coughlin Jay Fund stepped in to help with finances.

Liz Day - July 2016

Sue Mordecai, a 56-year-old civil servant from Heath in Cardiff, was diagnosed with breast cancer in November 2014 after experiencing swelling in her breast. Though the diagnosis and chemotherapy were a shock, she feels the most difficult part of facing cancer was after treatment ended.

Liz Egan - June 2016

By 2030, four in 10 people of working age will be living with a chronic condition. Employers need to consider if they are prepared for such a scenario. Evidence shows that health support in the workplace that's well-targeted can help to prevent people from having to stop working. This can have a positive impact both on employee and employer.

Erica Francis - June 2016

The undeniable truth is cancer is extremely expensive. Experts claim that it is common for the price of treating cancer to reach $100,000. Recognizing the rising costs and the detriment this is to patients, Mercy Health Lacks Cancer Center wants to help.