News

Tracee M. Herbaugh - March 2015

The Providence Journal recently wrote about how "Today" show host Hoda Kotb spoke about her breast cancer experience leading her to her job at the 18th annual Women’s Summit at Bryant University.

Nina Mandell - March 2015

USA Today recently shared an inspiring story about two NFL football players who battled cancer. The two discussed the similarities in their cancer experiences, and how teammates and fans helped them get through it.

Michelle Broder Van Dyke - March 2015

Buzzfeed recently shared an amazing story about a dedicated Costco employee, Arlie Smith, who was recently diagnosed with terminal bone cancer. Smith plans to keep working as long as he can, and when customers found out about about his diagnosis, they surprised him with an all-expenses paid vacation for him and his wife.

Nick Friedell - March 2015

ESPN Chicago reported that Turner Sports reporter Craig Sager returned to work after a 11-month battle with cancer.

The Star Online - March 2015

The Star Online reported that the Prime Minister of Singapore, Lee Hsien Loong, has returned to work full time after surgery to remove his cancerous prostate gland.

Alyx Arnett - March 2015

The Kokomo Perspective shared the story of Jami Leslie, a 19-year employee at Kokomo Transmission Plant, who was diagnosed with breast cancer last summer and had incredible support from her employer and coworkers.

ANNETA KONSTANTINIDES - March 2015

The Daily Mail reported that retired NBC news anchor Tom Brokaw will publish a memoir about his cancer journey this spring.

Tarra Quismundo - March 2015

Inquirer.net reported that journalist Arlene Espiritu won a legal battle against her former employer for illegally firing her from her position as a news producer in 2009 for having lung cancer.

Rebecca V. Nellis, MPP - March 2015

Cancer and Careers was featured in the March-April Issue of Oncology Issues, the Journal of the American Community of Cancer Centers.Our Chief Mission Officer, Rebecca Nellis' 2-page piece covers the issue of work and cancer, practical tips for managing cancer at work and the programs that Cancer and Careers offers to help survivors thrive at work.

Todd Clausen - February 2015

The Democrat & Chronicle recently shared the story of Andy Jennings, who was diagnosed with stage IV nonsmokers lung cancer in 2013 and has received incredible support from his coworkers.

Michele Miller - February 2015

The Tampa Bay Times shared the story of Terri Hesse, who was diagnosed with melanoma while undergoing treatment for chronic myloid leukemia and returned to work three months after surgery.

Chris Tanaka - February 2015

Hawaii News Now shared the story of Adriana Gonzales, who lost her job when she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

David Isaacson - February 2015

The Times Live reported that rower Lawrence Brittain returned to training at the rowing team base at the high performance centre in Pretoria after battling cancer.

KATE TAYLOR - February 2015

Entrepreneur recently shared the story of Linda Saavedra, a breast cancer survivor and Showhomes franchisee who with the home staging franchise throughout her cancer treatment.

Jeff Giles - February 2015

Ultimateclassicrock.com reported that Bruce Dickinson, Iron Maiden singer, has been undergoing treatment for a cancerous tumor since the beginning of the year. The band expects him to make a full recovery and hopes that it will not impact plans for a new album and tour.

Donald H. Harrison - February 2015

The Times of San Diego sat down and talked with City Councilwoman Marti Emerald, who is currently undergoing radiation five days a week for breast cancer, about to her plans to run in 2016 for another four-year term.

KXAN sports - February 2015

KXAN NBC reported that Texas State baseball coach Ty Harrington will take a temporary leave of absence as battles cancer.

Maria Sonnenberg - February 2015

Florida Today shared an inspiring story about breast cancer patient Katherine McCoy, who isn't going to let her diagnosis and treatment stand in the way of her work as an animal rights activist.

Kristi Turnquist - February 2015

Oregon Live recently wrote an article about Dave Anderson, one of Portland's most popular media personalities, who keeps a busy schedule hosting radio shows and doing stand-up comedy, all while battling pancreatic cancer.

Lindsay Schnell - February 2015

The Women's College Basketball section of Sports Illustrated online recently shared the incredible story of Katie Collier, a sophomore forward for the Washington Huskies, and leukemia survivor.

GINA TRON - February 2015

Westword shared a moving story about Amy Kress, a breast cancer survivor whose cancer experience inspired her to finally share her music with the world.

Minnie Chan and Adrian Wan - February 2015

The South China Morning Post reported that Lee Kai-fu, a technology executive and blogger with a huge following on social media, has returned to work after over a year of cancer treatment.

Zuraidah Ibrahim - February 2015

The South China Morning Post recently reported that Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong was diagnosed with prostate cancer, but it is fully treatable and he expects to be back at work within one week.

Katy Wheeler - February 2015

Sunderland Echo shared the story of Melissa Cavanagh, an actress who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma when she was 13.

Beth Bragg - February 2015

The Alaska Dispatch News recently wrote about Isaiah Vreeman, director of special events for the Alaska School Activities Association and cancer survivor. The article discusses Vreeman's cancer journey, including his return to work.

Fuchsia Singleton-Hoare - February 2015

The Shepton Mallet Journal shared the story of a local baker and cancer survivor, Timmy Ashfield, who worked through his cancer treatment.

JULIA BIRKINBINE - February 2015

Closer Weekly reported that TV Host Marc Summers recently revealed that he has been battling chronic lymphocytic leukemia and undergoing chemotherapy for the past 5 years. Summers said that he did not share this news publicly until now because he was worried that it would have a negative impact on his career.

Randy Ledford - February 2015

The Fay Observer reported on South View football coach, Randy Ledford, who is back at work after having a cancerous kidney removed.

Samantha Stanich - February 2015

Kelly Stoss, from Pittston,PA, was diagnosed with cancer and said that her work helps her to keep going.

Cathy Free - February 2015

Beauty blogger Meechy Monroe's cancer diagnosis had a major impact on her career. Her treatment would lead to losing her signature curls, which were a huge part of her blog. Monroe took her cancer experience in stride, using her blog to share her journey.