News

Ben Lobel - September 2016

Cancer now accounts for almost one third of all long-term sickness claims paid. Breast and gastrointestinal cancers account for almost half of those claims. A report by Unum also uncovered that women are still under-protected; though more likely to go on long-term sick leave, women are still less likely to be covered by income protection.

Nick Summerton - September 2016

In an article for SHP, Dr. Nick Summerton discusses how to help cancer survivors return to work. According to the article, you’re twice as likely to survive for ten years after receiving a cancer diagnosis today than you would have been 40 years ago. The increase in survival rates is amazing, but creates challenges in getting back to work and life.

Pete Dougherty - August 2016

NFL analyst, Chris Mortensen, revealed in January that he'd been diagnosed with Stage IV throat cancer. ESPN released a statement recently from Mortensen that he has gotten the green light from his oncologists to focus on recovery rather than treatment.

Pamela Cowan - August 2016

Though many patients feel relief following the completion of cancer therapy, it is also very common for anxiety and fear to surface as well. The fear that cancer could come back, or that the support the patients had during the experience will dissolve, and there's the concern that they're expected to return to their roles before cancer.

Scott Collins - August 2016

Veteran ESPN analyst Rod Gilmore revealed that he has multiple myeloma, and has decided to use this as a platform to give fans medical advice. In an open letter, Gilmore expresses that he plans to be at work this football season, and takes the time to warm viewers about their own health.

Leanne Pooley - August 2016

Leanne Pooley completed treatment for her stage three breast cancer last year. As she was leaving the hospital on the day of her last radiation dose, she expected to feel celebratory, but that was the last thing she felt.

Craig Harris - August 2016

The Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections fired and revoked the medical benefits of an award-winning teacher who was unable to return to work due to her battle with breast cancer.

STV - August 2016

John Brown, a former commercial associate for the Football Club (FC), was recently awarded £11,000 at a tribunal against the club for disability discrimination. While recovering from a surgery to treat a tumor on his kidney, Brown was informed that his job was "obsolete".

Web Staff - August 2016

After learning of a 15 pound cancerous tumor in his pelvis, Denver Council President Albus Brooks took time off to have two surgeries. Just three weeks following the surgeries, Brooks was back at work.

Michele Longabaugh - August 2016

Michele Longabaugh, a stage 4 anal cancer survivor, shares her experience of having to take time away from the job she loves, and then making a return following her cancer battle.

Belfast Telegraph - August 2016

In thanks to more preventive screenings and earlier diagnosing, as well as improvements in treatment, those with cancer are living longer. Whereas originally many focused on how to live through cancer, the focus has now shifted on how to live after cancer.

BBC Health - August 2016

According to a report by Macmillan Cancer Support, more than 170,000 people in the UK who were diagnosed with cancer up to 40 years ago, are still alive. At present, people are twice as likely to survive for at least a decade after being diagnosed than they were at the start of the 1970's. This is thanks to better treatments and speedier diagnoses.

Komo News - August 2016

Evidence has shown that regular exercise can significantly reduce the risk of over a dozen types of cancers, yet many fail to meet the minimum requirements. Abbe Jacobson, an ovarian cancer survivor has made it her mission to provide fitness and health education to help female cancer survivors.

Bruce Fretts - August 2016

The world of Hollywood can be harsh and unforgiving, particularly when it comes to appearances. Embeth Davidtz, of the hit show Ray Donovan, explains her experience with cancer and her decision to do a nude scene following her double mastectomy.

Steve Ford - August 2016

Macmillan Cancer Support recently published a report both celebrating advances in cancer treatment while reiterating the fact that more needs to be done to cope with increasing demand. Survival rates continue to rise, and with it a new set of survivorship issues must be addressed.

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.

Nik DeCosta-Klipa - July 2016

New England Revolution striker, Charlie Davies, is not stranger to making a comeback.After numerous returns to the soccer field following injuries suffered both on and off the field, Davies was faced with another setback when he was informed of his cancer diagnosis.

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.

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.

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.

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.