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Balancing Work and Caregiving: Webinar Recap

Scott Sinclair on November 3, 2023

Our 2023 webinars are starting to come to an end with our second to last Balancing Work & Cancer webinar of the year being held on November 1st. We kicked off National Family Caregivers Month with a webinar on Balancing Work & Caregiving

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A Recap of Our 2023 West Coast Conference

Nicole Jarvis, LMSW on October 26, 2023

Our 9th annual West Coast Conference on Work & Cancer took place virtually on Saturday, October 21st and with an audience made up of patients, survivors, social workers, nurses, and so many more members of the cancer community in the Western region of the United States as well as those joining from other areas of the country and wolr!

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Questions To Ask Yourself As a Caregiver

Scott Sinclair on October 19, 2023

Most caregivers are balancing their caregiving needs with their work needs as well as their personal needs. So how do you make a plan to address all of these competing needs and obligations? We recommend asking yourself a series of questions in order to figure out how best to move forward.

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Shop... And Support Our Community!

Tine Prihoda-Brucato on October 17, 2023

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is in full swing, and our partners Arcona and Yon-Ka are generously supporting Cancer and Careers, raising awareness and making spending on skincare a force for good!

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Meet Dr. Nieves Cuervo, Psychiatrist

Tatiana Pacheco on October 6, 2023

Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to the expert speaker for this final session of the series - Dr. Nieves Cuervo. Dr. Cuervo is a psychiatrist. She currently works as a general psychiatrist at M&S Psychotherapy and Counseling and at her private practice in Fort Lee, NJ.

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Meet Isabella Ferrari, Oncology Dietitian

Tatiana Pacheco on October 2, 2023

We’re midway through our Pregunte a los Expertos series, and it’s been amazing seeing our Hispanic and Latine community come together for this event! We’re excited to continue the conversation tomorrow Tuesday, October 3rd. Isabella Ferrari, MCN, CSO, RDN, LDN, will be joining us to discuss strategies for eating well at work and beyond.

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Meet Edwin González, SHRM-CP

Tatiana Pacheco on September 22, 2023

Today we are introducing Edwin González, SHRM-CP, Senior Human Resources Manager at Tate’s Bake Shop! Edwin has over 10 years of experience in human resources, and he will be joining us next week on September 26th to discuss how HR can support someone facing work challenges during and after treatment.

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Pregunte a los Expertos is Back!

Tatiana Pacheco on September 15, 2023

I’m thrilled to announce we’re kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with the return of Pregunte a los Expertos (Ask the Experts), an open, interactive online forum designed to provide our Spanish-speaking community with knowledge and insights to their work-related concerns.

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Three Questions to Ask When Starting a New Job

Scott Sinclair on September 6, 2023

Becoming acclimated to a new workplace takes some time and patience, but you also want to be present and set yourself up for success from the start if you can. And of course, starting a new job with a cancer diagnosis can add even more to stress and worry. Here are three questions to ask on your first day to set yourself up for success.

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9 Free Online Classes to Boost Your Career

Maddy Meislin on August 30, 2023

Opportunities for online education have been expanding over the last few years, with many courses and programs are low cost or free! Whether you’re looking to get back to work after treatment, hoping to move up in your current job, or planning a career change, continuing to develop new skills can be a great way to make yourself more competitive.

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Is Your To-Do List Counterproductive?

Sissy Silva on August 25, 2023

In a world where multitasking is the norm and time is a precious commodity, the concept of a to-do list has become an indispensable tool for individuals juggling professional demands and personal challenges. However, when that to-do list seems out of control and never ending, it can cause more dread than help.

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When to Say No at Work

Nicole Jarvis, LMSW on August 16, 2023

We've all been there. Your boss or supervisor asks for volunteers for something outside of your job and you feel like you should do it to make a better impression. But, what if you don't have the time for it? Here's how to evaluate when you should say no at work.

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Balancing Work and Cancer: Webinar Recap

Tatiana Pacheco on August 10, 2023

On August 2nd, we held our Balancing Work and Cancer webinar.The presentation discussed key practical considerations for balancing work and cancer treatment/recovery, such as deciding whether to work/return to work after treatment, managing disclosure decisions, looking for work strategies, and much more.

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Protecting Privacy When Reviewing Healthcare Providers

Maddy Meislin on July 31, 2023

Online reviews of healthcare providers can be a valuable resource for patients seeking care and/or looking to provide feedback. But it's also a way to potentially accidentally disclose a diagnosis

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Disability is Underreported in the Workplace

Scott Sinclair on July 26, 2023

Today marks the 33rd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This revolutionary legislation gave rights and equal access to millions of Americans. According to a recent article in Psychology Today, up to 80% of disabilities are not apparent. As a result, statistics on people with disabilities are grossly under reported.

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Self-Care: Practical Approaches to Work and Beyond Webinar Recap

Scott Sinclair on July 20, 2023

Our latest Balancing Work & Cancer webinar titled Self-Care: Practical Approaches at Work and Beyond was held last week. There are so many misconceptions around self-care like it’s too expensive or takes a lot of time. The truth is, self-care can be as simple as a 5 minute break in your day to listen to your favorite song.

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Meet Our New Summer Intern

Cancer and Careers Guest Blogger on July 13, 2023

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Hello! My name is Sheyla Jimenez and I am so excited to join Cancers and Careers as a summer intern. I am a sophomore in college attending SUNY Brockport studying social work.

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The Power of Professional Disagreements

Sissy Silva on July 6, 2023

Disagreements are a natural part of professional environments and can be essential to express ourselves and contribute effectively to the workplace. Constructive disagreement fosters innovation, enhances decision-making, and promotes inclusivity in the workplace.

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A Recap of our 2023 National Conference

Maddy Meislin on June 29, 2023

Our 13th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer was held last week on Friday, June 23rd. We were thrilled to see a mix of patients, survivors, caregivers, HR/ nonprofit/healthcare professionals, managers, coworkers, advocates, friends and family members come together from around the country – and even the globe!

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How My Experience Coming Out Helped Me Connect To Our CAC Community

Scott Sinclair on June 22, 2023

When I started working at Cancer and Careers, one of the first things I learned about were the considerations that go into whether to disclose a cancer diagnosis in the workplace or not. While I have not personally gone through cancer treatment, the disclosure conversation was something that immediately resonated with me.

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