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Kristian Brunt-Seymour - October 2015

WSB reported on the guidance issued by Macmillian Cancer Support and the Trades Union Congress (TCU) of the UK for supporting staff with cancer at work. More than 700,000 people of working age in the UK are living with cancer.

Holly Neumann - October 2015

Judy Driebel, of Iola, WI, was diagnosed with Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) following the discovery of a lump during a routine mammogram performed by a mobile mammography truck supplied through her job at F&W Media. Following a lumpectomy shortly after the diagnosis, Driebel was determined to continue to work through her treatment.

Melanie Young - October 2015

Melanie Young, a blogger for The Huffington Post, wrote about the impact of breast cancer and finances, including some measures to take to manage the high costs of the illness. According to a University of Michigan study, 25 percent of breast cancer survivors reported financial decline during treatment.

Beth Sexton - September 2015

Wansley Ricks was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year in January. She does not like to miss work, so she scheduled her treatments so that it wouldn't interfere with her job as a victim witness coordinator for the Juvenile Court in Rockdale County, Georgia.

WBTV Web Staff - September 2015

Allyson Gahan, a member of the sales department of WBTV in Charlotte, North Carolina, was diagnosed with breast cancer on November 3, 2014 and is still continuing to undergo treatment – and work. Allyson says that the fact that her cancer can be a secret is a double-edged sword.

The Economist - September 2015

The Economist recently joined the conversation on work and cancer in light of Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein's diagnosis announcement. They wrote a piece on top executives with cancer who've continued their jobs – "a growing club that would have been inconceivable not so long ago".

Michal Addady - September 2015

Since Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein announced his decision to work thorough cancer treatment, Fortune.com shared the stories of other executives who've had to make the difficult decision, including Andy Grove (Intel), Robert Benmosche (AIG), Steve Jobs (Apple), Warren Buffett (Berkshire Hathaway) and Jamie Dimon (JP Morgan).

Chad Bray - September 2015

Goldman Sachs Chairman and CEO, Lloyd C. Blankfein, announced to his company on Tuesday that he has received a diagnosis of a "highly curable" form of lymphoma. His doctors advised him that he will be able to work substantial as normal during treatment but will reduce travel. He has support from his board.

GlassCeiling.com - September 2015

Huffington Post recently picked up an interview with our Chief Mission Officer, Rebecca Nellis, from GlassCeiling.com. In the interview, Nellis describes how Cancer and Careers has evolved and some of the challenges that working people with cancer face.

Patrice Wilding - September 2015

Photographer Alex Seeley has battled different types of cancer two times in his life already, however he hasn't let it stop him from pursuing is passion and career in photography. After undergoing is recent treatment for Ewing sarcoma, he is preparing for is first photography showcase of live music images.

wrblaknight - September 2015

Mandi Buckalew quit her job as a teacher and opened up a bakery, Cakeapotamus, in 2013 as a way to start a new chapter in her life after battling and defeating thyroid cancer.

Bill Engle - September 2015

Richmond Mayor Sally Hutton announced on Thursday that she has been battling cancer. She is still in charge of city affairs and said she is in daily contact with her staff. Colleagues report that she has maintained good communication, has provided direction on who to go to if they have questions while she is away and has put good systems in place.

Julia Baird - September 2015

In an opinion column for The New York Times, Australian writer and host of the ABC' The Drum, Julia Baird, described reviving her diagnosis of ovarian cancer, undergoing surgery and preparing to return to work.

The Times Staff - August 2015

When Sargent Barrett Lovell returned to work at the Bossier Maximum Security prison in Bossier, Louisiana this morning, he was greeted by a reception line of 80 cheering and applauding deputies. Lovell was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia with MDS in October of 2014 and went through chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant.

Julia Cheiffetz - August 2015

In response to the recent New York Times article about the work culture and environment at Amazon, Julia Cheiffetz, a former Amazon employee, wrote a piece about her experience as both a new mother and cancer patient while working there.

Kathleen Foody - August 2015

Former president Jimmy Carter recently spoke about his cancer diagnosis and treatment, saying that while it will significantly impact his usual routine and he will have to cut back on how much he works, he will not stop working.

Kevin McGuire - August 2015

NBC Sports reported that Central Michigan head football coach John Bonamego is back at work after undergoing treatment for tonsil cancer. He's excited to be back into his normal routine of work and looking forward to the season.

Melissa Davey - August 2015

Australian novelist Clive James was diagnosed with leukemia in 2010 and didn't think that he had much time left, but a new drug has kept his cancer at bay and is allowing him to continue to read and write.

BBC News - August 2015

Victoria Derbyshire, a journalist and presenter for BBC, announced on Wednesday via Twitter that she has breast cancer and that she will continue her programming as much as possible during treatment.

Jonathan D. Epstein - August 2015

President Mark J. Czarnecki of M&T Bank Corp. has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. A spokesman said that he is actively engaged and continue to work while he begins treatment over the next few months at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City — though it may take him away from work intermittently.

Jon Erickson - August 2015

After 22 months of treatment for breast cancer, Sandra Powers is ready to work again, but finding a job has been very difficult for her and she has only about a months worth of cash left. She has handed out 300 resumes but hasn't yet received an offer for a marketing job that she is looking for. She has now decided to market herself on the street.

Jodi Kantor and David Streitfeld - August 2015

A recent expose by The New York Times shed some light on the work environment and practices inside Amazon. The article told stories about many cancer patients who were evaluated unfairly or edged out while trying to manage going through treatment — or a family member going through cancer treatment — and working at Amazon.

Allen Mask, M.D. - August 2015

Allan Head, executive director of the North Carolina Bar Association and its foundation and a public address announcer for Wake Forest University football, was diagnosed with Stage 4 kidney cancer in October of 2014. He was able to return to work after undergoing surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and immunotherapy clinical trials.

Jesse Byrnes - August 2015

Former President Jimmy Carter disclosed that he has cancer and that he will be rearranging his schedule to undergo treatment. Carter recently underwent liver surgery that revealed that he has cancer that has spread to other parts of his body. He has been on a media tour to promote a new book.

Steve Aschburner - August 2015

Minnesota Timberwolves' president of basketball operations and head coach, Flip Saunders, announced to the team on Tuesday that he has been undergoing chemotherapy treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma. He has continued to work in both roles through diagnosis and while receiving treatment at the Mayo Clinic.

Ben Rothenberg - August 2015

Victoria Duval was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma last year at the age of 18 and just a day before her first qualifying match at Wimbledon. Despite the news, she continued to play all 3 matches and qualified for Wimbledon. She competed in Wimbledon in October, weakened by chemotherapy.

John Lundy - August 2015

Missy Rowan was diagnosed acute lymphocytic leukemia shortly before she was to begin nursing school, she was working as a waitress at the time. Her experience led her to choose an oncology specialization for her nursing degree — a career path she had not envisioned while previously earning her degree as a nutritionist.

Nate Rodgers - August 2015

Sgt. Jamien Frye was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia in 2009, just one year after enlisting in the army. Though commanders say the intense physical training could make his condition worse, Frye doesn't let his side effects, including fatigue, weight loss and night sweats, keep him from serving his country.