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CINDY KRISCHER GOODMAN - October 2014

This week, brought a different journalistic approach to the work and cancer lens. The Miami Herald interviewed families and caregivers of breast cancer survivors about how getting their businesses and employees involved in fundraising and awareness raising helps them cope as loved-ones battle the illness.

Cherie Wilson - October 2014

Cherie Wilson was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012 and continued to work through 16 weeks of chemotherapy, reports the Asbury Park Press. In the article, Wilson explains that she kept working through treatment for both "financial and emotional reasons".

Anthony Panissidi - October 2014

Breast cancer led Gail Coulter to change careers, quitting her job as a court stenographer to open her own small cafe. The Asbury Park Press writes about Coulter's cancer journey and how it impacted her career choices.

Garrett Andrews - October 2014

Jay Windle was diagnosed with brain cancer in August but needs to continue working since his wife's illness has kept her out-of-work for the past year, reports NRToday. Windle's boss, Augie Castro, at Rodeo Steakhouse understands the difficult situation and the restaurant has come together to raise money for him and support him during this time.

Mary Beth Schweigert - October 2014

Emmanuel Colon was diagnosed with leukemia at age 19, which he now says was a "blessing" as he used this experience to reshape his life, leading to high profile jobs as a stylist, writes the Lancaster Online.

Molly Callahan - October 2014

Erica Bartol was 33 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent intensive treatment, including a lumpectomy, four rounds of chemotherapy, and 35 sessions of radiation. She had an interesting experience working through her treatment because she is an RN, and was employed by the hospital partnership where she received her treatments.

Katie Pence - October 2014

When Tammy Wynn was diagnosed with breast cancer she decided to see her journey as a learning experience to enhance her understanding of her business, writes UC Health News.

Don Kaplan - October 2014

NY1 anchor Roma Torre returned to the newsroom Thursday after being declared free of colon cancer by doctors. Torre plans to return to the anchor desk for her regular schedule in November, but until then, she will be working part-time hours starting Monday.

Lucy Thackray - October 2014

Hany Matar, an engineer with terminal cancer, who continued to work even after his diagnosis and through his treatments, is claiming that an insurance company is using a loophole in his contract so that they don't have to pay his life insurance.

Beren Cross - October 2014

Lorraine Bond has been fighting cancer and liver disease for the last two-and-a-half years. Earlier this week, she was let go from her job because she needed too much sick time, reports the Swindon Advertiser.

Gerald Ensley - October 2014

The Tallahassee Democrat wrote an article about Nicki Sanders, a cancer survivor and RN who's career has been significantly influenced by her cancer experiences over the years.

Kristi Nix - October 2014

Joy Weiner was diagnosed with breast cancer more than 10 years ago and has beat the disease three times since then. Despite the side effects, she tried her best to “to keep up with life and work” reports The Citizen Bay Area.

Jim Cross - October 2014

When Brian Hoisington was diagnosed with lung cancer, he was told he had 12-14 months to live. That was 4 years ago. Since then he has been through numerous rounds of treatment and, according to The Mitchell County Press News, it is going to work that helps him to stay positive

Johnny Jackson - October 2014

The Henry Herald wrote about the inspiring story of LaSaundra Miller, who was diagnosed with colon cancer on Valentine’s Day 2014 and has had incredible support from her family, coworkers and community to manage treatment and continue working.

Sherry P. Shephard - October 2014

The Shreveport Times wrote an article about Melody Scott, a breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed wjem she was only 25. Her advice to other young woman? Know your body and keep asking for answers from your medical team if you aren't getting them. Scott also said that her experience impacted her career trajectory and helped her find purpose,

Brian Mansfield - September 2014

Jim Ed Brown, a country singer who has had a recording career spanning 60 years, recently disclosed to his fans and the music community that he was diagnosed with lung cancer. Brown will take the next few months off the road to deal with the diagnosis.

Rory Schuler - September 2014

Cindy Tokarz was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1996, experienced first-hand the struggle of trying to continue on with her life and work while undergoing treatment, writes the Taunton Daily Gazette. The article goes on to interview an oncology social worker about the challenges that survivors face in the workplace and beyond after a diagnosis.

Renee Bindewald - September 2014

Blue Ridge Now writes about Rosanne Milanese, a breast cancer survivor who worked through treatment, taking her lunch hour for her radiation treatments, but was fired after her radiation was finished. She found help through Women Helping Women, which helps breast cancer patients overcome financial obstacles to treatment.

Stephanie Pagones - September 2014

Former Boston Mayor Thomas Menino started working at Boston University in November 2013; in March he was diagnosed with an advanced form of cancer. But as the Daily Free Press reports, Menino is continuing to work and claims he is feeling well.

Heather Millar - September 2014

A blog on WebMD explores the challenges of working through treatment and how to determine what's best for you — staying on the job or taking time off. The author collected practical tips on this topic from her breast cancer group and social media.

Leigh Giangreco - September 2014

Breast cancer survivor Debbie Dyer didn't stop living when she was diagnosed — instead, she continued to work and go to her kickboxing classes while she was undergoing treatment, writes the DelmarvaNow. These days, Dyer is a mentor through the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition.

Victoria Uwumarogie - September 2014

Madame Noire sat down with “Motown” star Valisia LeKae to talk about her experience getting diagnosed with ovarian cancer at the peak of her fame, and how she navigated her career during this time.

Liz Lee - September 2014

Comedian Tig Notaro went back onstage just one week after being diagnosed with cancer, in 2012, and delivered one of her best performances ever, reports The Phoenix.

EPSN News - September 2014

Minnesota Twins general manager Terry Ryan said that he would like to return to his job for the 2015 season, reports ESPN MLB. Ryan was diagnosed with cancer eight months ago and returned to his job full-time after the season began.

Martin de Vore - September 2014

The Humble Observer writes about a former staffer whose breast cancer diagnosis inspired her to switch careers — from journalism to music.

Barry Hoekstra - September 2014

In a column for the Shreveport Times Barry Hoekstra, a pastor at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Shreveport, writes about his cancer experience while undergoing treatment.

Austin Alonzo - September 2014

The Kansas City Business Journal recently wrote about Tom Trabon, managing partner at Trabon & Co, a Kansas City–based accounting firm, who is determined “to feel normal” despite undergoing surgery and treatment for brain cancer.

Janet St. James - September 2014

Texas Health Plano has started a new rehabilitation program to help cancer survivors deal with the physical, mental and occupational challenges that often arise after treatment, reports WFAA News.

Chelsey Abercrombie - September 2014

Sue Sigmon-Nosach, a mosaic artist diagnosed with ovarian cancer 10 years ago, saw her cancer experience as a turning point in her life, reports the Gainesville Times. It became a catalyst for starting her own philanthropic organization,