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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.

Dave Nordstrand - July 2014

An inspiring story from the Salinas Californian about a local business owner, Susan Gerbic, who worked through chemo and radiation. "Working made treatments more bearable," by keeping her mind occupied and her body moving, Gerbic said.

David Hinckley - July 2014

Another episode of the new ABC Family show Chasing Life airs tonight, following the story of a 24 year old woman embarking on a career as a journalist and building her life when she is diagnosed with leukemia. NY Daily News published an article earlier this month from an interview with one of the actors about dealing with cancer on screen.

Claudia Poccia - June 2014

Over 250 attendees from 25 states gathered in New York City for Cancer and Careers' fourth annual National Conference on Work & Cancer on June 13th, 2014. Read about some highlights in a blog on the Huffington Post Impact page, written by board member Claudia Poccia, President and CEO of Gurwitch Products and avid supporter of CAC.

University of Chicago - June 2014

In the July issue of Cancer, a team of University of Chicago cancer specialists describe the first tool -- 11 questions, assembled and refined from conversations with more than 150 patients with advanced cancer -- to measure a patient's risk for, and ability to tolerate, financial stress.

Carrie Printz - June 2014

Most experts in the cancer community agree that the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) will benefit cancer patients, but they note that, as with any new, large change in the system, both its impact and flaws have yet to be fully determined.

Jennifer Goodwin - June 2014

An article published by Memorial Sloan Kettering looks at the various factors at play when it comes to how a cancer diagnosis will impact someone's work life.

Brie Weiler Reynolds - May 2014

Flexjobs reported that the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that telecommuting is a reasonable accommodation for workers who can’t make it to the office, great news for patients and survivors who need more flexible work options.

Juliette Willow - May 2014

HRM America reported on a University of Michigan study that found that almost 1/3 of breast cancer survivors who were employed when they began treatment were still unemployed four years later. HRM America spoke with our VP of Programs and Strategy, Rebecca Nellis, to learn more about the challenges survivors can face working post-treatment.

Marc Silver - April 2014

Shots, health news from NPR, spoke with Cancer and Careers VP of Programs and Strategy, Rebecca Nellis, about the University of Michigan study results on the impact that breast cancer and chemotherapy have on employment.