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Rebecca Nellis - May 2018

Though reasons can vary, many people choose to work through some or all of their cancer treatment. Cancer and Careers' own Executive Director, Rebecca Nellis, shares tips for how to make the process easier, regardless of the reason for choosing to work.

Councilman Albus Brooks - May 2018

Councilman Albus Brooks was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer two years ago. Following surgery to remove a 15-pound tumor, he was declared cancer free and he returned to work. He was not out of the woods yet, however. In April 2018 Brooks received the news that a another small tumor had reappeared.

Sarah Donnelly - May 2018

When lawyer Sarah Donnelly was diagnosed with cancer, she discovered that her career and coworkers were a lifeline that offered routine, support and stability during a tumultuous time. Donnelly describes how companies can support their workers in dealing with illness.

Fatima Ali - May 2018

NYC chef and former 'Top Chef' contestant, Fatima Ali, reflects on the effects of cancer on her two biggest passions, cooking and eating. Following chemo and surgery, the range of motion in her left hand is permanently affected. Ali explains the effect cancer has had on her relationship to food and her continued dreams of opening a restaurant.

ABC12 News Team - April 2018

State Rep. Gary Glenn announced publicly that the Stage 4 prostate cancer he had battled in 2016 has returned. Glenn is currently receiving immunotherapy, radiation and hormone therapy at the University of Michigan. Despite this recent discovery, Glenn plans to continue working and campaigning.

Claire Petrie, MBA, PHR - March 2018

Cancer and Careers' Senior Manager of Programs, Nicole Jarvis, LMSW, sat down with SHRM to tell them about the services of Cancer and Careers and what it means to work there.

Julie Stewart - March 2018

Although deciding whether or not to work may not be at the forefront of one's mind when learning of an advanced breast cancer diagnosis, it is nonetheless a very important decision that requires thought about the meaning of work.

Mildred Culp, PhD - February 2018

Cancer treatment is inherently complex, often making work particularly challenging when fatigue cuts into the amount of work that can be done in a day. However, there are still ways to make work happen, and often it can be a positive aspect during treatment.

Mark Allan - February 2018

The rate of cancer continues to rise, with one person being diagnosed every two minutes in the UK. Employers are realizing the impact on business, as well as their responsibility to address the needs of their employees with cancer.

Ed Yong - February 2018

Liz O'Riordan is a breast cancer surgeon, so she's involved in numerous diagnoses and treatment plans. However, when she was diagnosed herself, her perspective changed greatly. Upon her return to work after treatment, she has changed her approach to her work with patients.

Christine Copelan - February 2018

At 19, Shannon Miller was the most decorated Olympic gymnast in history. She's added a few more titles since:, health advocate, mother, and ovarian cancer survivor. Miller, with pharmaceutical company Tesaro, has created the Our Way Forward campaign, bringing the conversation about ovarian cancer to the forefront.

Heather Lloyd - January 2018

Tyler Trent was a typical active teenager, playing basketball for most of his life. When he started experiencing difficulty shooting the ball between his freshman and sophomore year of high school, he was to find out he had an osteosarcoma in his arm. Though he was able to keep his arm, his bone was replaced with titanium.

Ramona Dearing - January 2018

Teaching kindergarten through middle school in South Korea, Stephanie Lushman was 31 and living what she considered her dream life. That all changed when she received a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukemia. Lushman returned home to St John's, Canada and moved in with her parents during treatment.

Kevin Gibson - January 2018

Chef Ellen McCarty has spent most of her life in the kitchen, pursuing her passion of cooking. That is, until cancer forced her to sell the restaurant she's owned and operated for nearly forty years. However, after multiple recurrences, McCarty has been told she is cancer-free and is prepared for her return to the kitchen.

Matt Bonesteel - January 2018

Despite a lack of any signs or symptoms, NBC hockey analyst, Pierre McGuire, was diagnosed with Stage 1 prostate cancer following a routine checkup. Last Wednesday, surgeons successfully removed his prostate and he's in good spirits, looking forward to a return to work.

Elaine K. Howley - December 2017

One of the most pressing questions for employed people after a cancer diagnosis is "Am I going to disclose my diagnosis at work?"

Caroline Bullock - December 2017

David Shutt was a naval commander and champion until he was diagnosed with cancer. Struggling to keep a job that allowed him flexibility for his treatments and a decent income, Shutts felt defeated.

Jocelyn Vena - December 2017

Though the current Top Chef season has just begun, Fatima Ali was recognized as a top contender, wowing the judges consistently. However, Ali is also facing another challenge, a Ewings sarcoma diagnosis, a type of bone and soft tissue cancer.

Robert Klemko - December 2017

Not long after being drafted to play for the Texans in 2014, David Quessenberry was diagnosed with lymphoma. During the first few days of treatment at MD Anderson, Quessenberry received a personal visit from the owner of the Texans, Bob McNair. He visited to tell Quesssenberry his football career was not over.

Lynn Elber - December 2017

While you may not recognize actor Rob Paulsen's face, you will certainly recognize his voice. The veteran voice actor has worked for decades and contributed to over 2,500 episodes of animated series. In 2016, a cancer diagnosis threatened his most prized possession, his voice.

Leigh Hornbeck - November 2017

Meg Keyes was a "hard-charging" finance executive for decades. She continued with that attitude even after she was diagnosed with breast cancer, continuing to work and taking time to recover from surgery and treatments only when necessary.

Frank Lovece - November 2017

Nearly five years ago, Emmy Award-winner, Valerie Harper, was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer and told she would have three months to live. However, Harper continues to beat the odds, and on top of that, continues to work.

Chuck Dauphin - November 2017

Since being diagnosed with cancer, Sheryl Crow has lent her time and talents to a variety of cancer-related causes, organizations, and events. This year, Crow gears up to participate in An Evening with Scott Hamilton & Friends, which benefits Hamilton's CARES Foundation helping cancer patients and survivors learn to navigate their diagnosis.

Mike G. Morreale - November 2017

New Jersey Devils center, Brian Boyle, has made a return to playing following his recent diagnosis of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). Boyle received the diagnosis after getting a blood test taken as a part of his training camp physical in September.

Maimah Karmo - November 2017

Having been diagnosed with Stage 2B Triple Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer just before turning 42, Tara Cernacek recalls being frightened. Her fears surrounded not being able to work, and thus losing the health insurance that would cover her treatments.

Viwe Ndongeni - November 2017

In September, Mandy Lotttering was told she had Stage 3 Invasive Ductal Carcinoma and they had to act fast. Lottering is determined to not allow her breast cancer diagnosis bring her down, and remains adamant that a double-mastectomy will not dictate her life.

Alan Gionet - November 2017

Alyse Ware has not had an easy time with her chemotherapy treatments. Three of the five times she received treatments, she's ended up in the hospital, once with an infection that had turned into sepsis. However, being a go-getter salesperson at heart, Ware continues her fight.

Marianne Bellesorte - October 2017

Marianne Bellesorte, Vice President of Advocacy for PathWays PA, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014, while she was pregnant with her son. The news was devastating, but Bellesorte notes the news could have been worse had she not had a supportive workplace.

Jackie Willis - October 2017

56 year-old actress, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, publicly shared her breast cancer diagnosis in September, but has chosen not to let it keep her from work. As of Thursday October 19, she was back to work.

Leah Lawrence - October 2017

A new study published in Cancer shows that more aggressive treatment options for breast cancer leads to substantial employment disruptions among working patients. Researchers surveyed a large group of women aged 20 to 79 diagnosed with Stage 0-II breast cancer in Georgia and Los Angeles.