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It Was a Great Day in L.A.!

Chrissy B. on October 24, 2016

We are thrilled to report that our second annual West Coast Conference on Work & Cancer in Los Angeles was a great success! A group of inspiring and engaged attendees received valuable information and resources, as well as a chance to share their stories and their questions.

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Shop These Beauty Buys Benefiting Cancer and Careers

Ross Weiner on October 17, 2016

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is here, and thanks to a dream team of companies who have rolled up their sleeves on our behalf, it’s going to be big!

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Countdown to the Coast...Again!

Chrissy B. on October 10, 2016

We are so excited to be returning to Los Angeles to share our information and resources in person with those in the area who need it.

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Spa Week Sign-Ups Are Here!

Ross Weiner on September 26, 2016

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From October 17th to 23rd, hundreds of spa and wellness locations will offer select full-service spa treatments (regularly valued at $100 to $500) for only $50! In addition to getting a great deal, a portion of the proceeds from your purchase will benefit Cancer and Careers’ free programs and services.

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Reel to Real: CAC’s 2016 National Conference in Action

Chrissy B. on September 15, 2016

Every year, our conference sizzle reel brings to life our signature event and showcases our community and the importance of our mission.

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6th Annual National Conference on Work & Cancer

Rebecca Nellis on July 21, 2016

We had 372 attendees, a 28.7% increase over last year and a whopping 158% increase over the first year! People from 29 states plus the District of Columbia joined us for a day of community building and knowledge sharing.

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Countdown to Conference 2016!

Chrissy B. on June 13, 2016

Our 2016 National Conference on Work & Cancer is this coming Friday, June 17, and it’s shaping up to be a terrific event across the board.

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National Conference Session Spotlight: Occupational Therapy & Vocational Rehab

Nicole Jarvis, LMSW on June 9, 2016

Next Friday, June 17, Cancer and Careers is excited to host our 6th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer, at the CUNY Graduate Center in New York City. While we have new topics being introduced this year, we also have returning sessions we are excited to present!

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National Conference Session Spotlight: Work & Cancer — Strategies for Eating Well on the Job

Maddy Meislin on June 7, 2016

Our 6th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer is less than two weeks away and we are excited to share another new session for this year: Work & Cancer — Strategies for Eating Well on the Job!

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3rd Annual Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer Recap!

Sarah Goodell on April 14, 2016

Our 3rd annual Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer was on April 8th — and it was a smashing success! The ballroom at the Hotel Chicago Downtown was almost filled to capacity, with 144 patients, survivors, healthcare providers and caregivers.

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Gearing Up for Our 2016 National Conference on Work & Cancer

Chrissy B. on April 11, 2016

On June 17th Cancer and Careers will hold its sixth annual National Conference on Work & Cancer, featuring our core content on balancing work and employment, as well as new sessions and speakers on topics such as body image/self-confidence and nutrition.

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Our Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer Is Fast Approaching!

Nicole Jarvis, LMSW on March 28, 2016

Cancer and Careers’ Midwest Conference takes place on April 8th in Chicago — and we couldn’t be more excited!

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Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer Is April 8th!

Sarah Goodell on February 23, 2016

The third annual Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer is fast approaching. Join us on April 8th in Chicago for a free daylong event exploring the intersection of cancer and employment. It will be held at the Hotel Chicago Downtown, since we outgrew the space we've been in for the past two years! Hope to see you there!

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National Conference Registration & Travel Scholarship Applications Open!

Kelsey Fenton on January 8, 2016

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We are excited to announce that applications for travel scholarships to attend our 2016 National Conference on Work & Cancer are now being accepted!

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Happy New Year from Cancer and Careers!

Lindsay Mitcher on January 5, 2016

Our heartfelt thanks to all of our supporters, for making 2015 a year to remember.

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Balancing Work & Cancer 2016 Series Beginning Soon!

Nicole Jarvis, LMSW on December 10, 2015

Cancer and Careers is excited to announce that the 2016 schedule for our Balancing Work & Cancer webinar series has been released and registration is now live.

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CAC’s Inaugural West Coast Conference

Chrissy B. on November 24, 2015

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Our first official conference in Los Angeles was extremely well received, with 100% of survey respondents saying they’d recommend the program to others.

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Shop These Beauty Buys Benefiting Cancer and Careers

Lindsay Mitcher on October 5, 2015

This October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the following brands are helping Cancer and Careers raise vital funds and awareness, by donating a portion of the proceeds from some of their top-selling products!

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Spa Week Fall Event: October 12–18

Lindsay Mitcher on September 14, 2015

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Donate to Cancer and Careers while pampering yourself, thanks to discounted offers from Spa Week. Check out bargain-priced treatment options that make you feel good in more ways than one!

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5th Annual National Conference on Work & Cancer

Lindsay Mitcher on July 9, 2015

Cancer and Careers’ 5th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer was held June 12th. Patients, survivors, healthcare professionals, caregivers and nonprofit partners came together to experience this truly empowering day.

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