News

Michael Starr - August 2014

The New York Post reports that NY1 news anchor Roma Torre was diagnosed with colon cancer, sharing the news with her viewers this week. In the article, Torre discusses how she initially kept the diagnosis private, only telling her bosses, but not her coworkers or viewers. Deciding who and when to disclose your diagnosis to is a personal decision.

Liz Tracy - August 2014

Hollywood-based singer/songwriter Diane Ward discusses her breast cancer journey in the Broward Palm Beach New Times. She says she chose to focus on working on her latest album after the diagnosis, saying, "I used it as a vehicle to get through the treatment. The chemo, the radiation.”

Deb Stanley - August 2014

7NEWS anchor Mike Landess talks with ABC News 7 about his long career in TV, in particular the largest and most personal story in his career, his cancer diagnosis.

Dr. Bavesh Balar - August 2014

After receiving a cancer diagnosis, it's important to know what questions to ask your healthcare team, writes Dr. Bavesh Balar for Fox News. The article lists 10 questions to ask your doctor after a diagnosis, including how treatment will affect daily life and work.

Stewart Paterson - August 2014

The Bridlington Free Press recently wrote about an artist and cancer survivor, Sharon Tiernan, who is currently showcasing her work. Tiernan says that her cancer experience increased her passion for her work and her attention to detail also increased.

Jeff Labine - August 2014

Timminspress.com tells the courageous story of a mother and son, both battling cancer, who came up with a creative way to help get them through their treatment and help cover the cost of traveling for treatment. They both took time off from work to manage their treatments and turned to art to help cover costs and take their minds off of treatment.

Michelle Heath - August 2014

The Beaumont Enterprise recently wrote an uplifting article about 70-year-old Nancy Templain who was diagnosed with breast cancer in October and recently graduated from Lamar University with a Masters in nursing. Templain said she is now job searching.

Lynn Monty - August 2014

The Burlington Free Press reported that Principal Patrick Burke is back at South Burlington High School today after finishing chemotherapy for non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Burke didn't leave his position, but did shift much of his work to assistant principles. He said that while it wasn't easy to step back from daily operations, colleagues stepped up.

Rebecca Hanlon - August 2014

An inspiring article in the York Daily Record highlights the cancer journey of Holly Sands, a riding instructor and breast cancer survivor. Sands said that her community and continuing to work helped her survive.

BBC Sport - August 2014

The BBC Sport reported that former snooker World Championship finalist Ali Carter says he will make a return to snooker in October after having chemotherapy treatment for lung cancer.

Denise M. Baran-Unland - August 2014

The Herald News wrote a brief piece about the inspiring story of Michael Pinnick, an ex-drug addict who is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer but won't let that stop him from his work on his Done with Drugs Foundation.

Associated Press - August 2014

ABC News reported that GameStop Corp. CEO, Paul Raines, had surgery last week to remove a cancerous brain tumor. Raines is likely to make a full recovery and is undergoing preventative chemo. Gamestop said that Raines will restrict travel during his chemo treatment, but that it should not interfere with his job.

Adeshina Emmanuel - August 2014

An incredible story about the work of Ivan Lo, a cancer survivor and war photographer, was recently published in DNAinfo Chicago. The article explores Lo's experience with cancer and his photography in Afghanistan, currently being shown at the Bezazian Library in Chicago. Lo talks about how his cancer experience changed his work path.

Kelly Holleran - August 2014

The Southeast Texas Record reported that a former Fox Television morning producer filed a lawsuit against Fox Television Stations, claiming she lost her job after being diagnosed with cancer and taking time off of work. Most people have concerns about work after a diagnosis, and as this case shows, sometimes it can have a difficult outcome.

Sharon Dargay - August 2014

A recent online article from the Observer & Eccentric discusses how a local Redford, MI resident is approaching her cancer treatment much in the way that she approaches her creative projects as a photographer and costume designer.

Andrea Azzo - August 2014

The Chronicle recently wrote a brief but inspiring piece on Dairy Joy Drive-In co-owner Jan Wahlgren, who was diagnosed with advanced lung cancer in May, but still bikes to work every day.

Kent Bernhard Jr - August 2014

UpStart Business Journal recently highlighted a cancer survivor in their Entrepreneurs of the Week section. Greg Foster founded two tech startups, was an executive at Turner Broadcasting System Inc., a venture capitalist, and survived a brain tumor. And he's only 41.

Press Association - August 2014

The Guardian reports on Cancer Research UK's findings that improved detection and treatment raised survival rates for breast, bowel, lung and prostate cancers since the early 1990s. With more people surviving a cancer diagnosis, there is an increased need for support around survivorship issues, such as working after treatment.

Larry Rohter - August 2014

The New York Times recently wrote about the impressive career of Puerto Rican singer/songwriter Robi Draco Rosa and how his battle with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma has impacted his work. Despite his diagnosis, Draco Rosa feels optimistic about the future of his music.

Chris Hine - August 2014

The Chicago Tribune reported that Notre Dame's graduate assistant Kyle McCarthy is taking leave of absence for cancer treatment. He has started chemotherapy and is expecting to return to the team during and after treatment.

Rebecca Voelker, CDC Section Editor - August 2014

In addition to the obvious physical toll cancer takes, the financial burden — from medical bills and lost income — can be equally overwhelming. The August 13 issue of The Journal of the American Medical Association examines the serious fiscal challenges many working people with cancer face.

Janet Kim - August 2014

Given that nearly half of the cancer survivors in the U.S. are of working age, an obvious concern for many of them is: How will it affect my career? Everyday Health interviews two survivors confronted with this question, as well as experts on the topic. The result? A first-hand perspective and a wealth of helpful information

Maria Armental - August 2014

Another CEO of a high-profile company discloses his cancer diagnosis to employees — as well as his intention to stay at the helm. As The Wall Street Journal reports, Hasbro chief Brian Goldner is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer.

Heather Millar - August 2014

Among the litany of questions that many cancer patients are faced with is whether or not to tell their employer about their diagnosis. Writer Heather Millar offers some practical advice on WebMD — along with her own, very personal perspective.

Joe Gould - August 2014

U.S. Army Capt. Justin Fitch has seen some tough days. Not just during his tours in Iraq, but even now, as he undergoes treatment for stage 4 colon cancer. Still, he’s working to serve — and to save — others, as the Army Times explains.

Ron Dicker - August 2014

All eyes will be on boxer Daniel Jacobs when he steps into the ring this Saturday night. As The Huffington Post explains, after winning his fight against cancer, Jacob has now set his sights on winning the WBA world middleweight title.

Dr. Tyna Taskila - July 2014

Thanks to advances in detection and treatment, more and more people diagnosed with cancer are viewed as having a chronic condition rather than a terminal illness. That translates into more patients being able to work. Personnel Today examines ways to help them do just that.

Jo Cavallo - July 2014

The ASCO Post published an article about the results of our recent survey on the challenges that unemployed cancer survivors face when looking for work.

Charlie Taylor - July 2014

An article published in the Irish Times discussed the challenges that surround a decision to continue working after being diagnosed with a serious illness, such as cancer.

David Quick - July 2014

As the number of survivors in the US continues to grow, managing life after cancer is becoming a bigger issue. Survivors have to figure out everything from managing ongoing side effects of treatment to paying oftentimes overwhelming medical bills, and many are working on top of all of this.