News from 2014

Oliver Balch - November 2014

The Guardian published a fantastic article about how employers need to be ready to support employees with cancer as the number of survivors continues to grow.

Leslie Handler - November 2014

Newsworks shared the story of Leslie Handler, a survivor who had built her career around communications and public speaking — before being diagnosed with cancer of the tongue and having to regain the ability to speak clearly.

David Burge - November 2014

Military.com recently published an article about Command Sgt. Maj. William A. Thompson, “a soldier's soldier” and Bronze Star recipient who remains on active duty following treatment for cancer.

Tom Lutz - November 2014

Broadcaster Richie Benaud is taking time off from work to undergo treatment for skin cancer, reports The Guardian. He plans to return to work in January.

CBC News - November 2014

CBC News reports that Ed Battock, a Happy Valley–Goose Bay resident, will not let his cancer diagnosis stop him from his work fundraising for Smile Train, a nonprofit that provides cleft-lip surgeries to children around the globe.

Vanessa - November 2014

When I Grow Up I Wanna Love What I Do recently shared an inspiring story about Vanessa, a cancer survivor who used a crafting habit to get through treatment — then turned it into a business.

Tech. Sgt. Matt Hecht - November 2014

The US Air Force published an article as part of a series called "Through Airmen's Eyes" that explores the cancer journey of Lt. Col. John Fogarty and how he worked through his treatment, despite the many side effects and challenges that they created.

Press Association - November 2014

Singer-songwriter Anastacia recently spoke about how her second breast cancer diagnosis inspired her to start writing songs for her newest album right away, reports the Independent. She said that she's feeling great after a double mastectomy and explains how her cancer journey impacted her work.

Kevin Lytle - November 2014

The Fort Collins Coloradoan shared the inspiring story of Greg Mount who has only missed a few days of coaching football at Fort Collins High School throughout multiple cancer diagnoses and treatments. Mount says that coaching has been therapeutic for him and he isn't letting cancer dictate his life.

Space Coast Daily - October 2014

The Space Coast Daily wrote an inspiring story this month about Dan Ellis, an entertainer who's career was impacted by his throat cancer diagnosis, which took away his ability to sing, but not his passion for his work.

Mack Gelber - October 2014

AOL Jobs published an article on how to face many of the challenges returning to work after cancer presents, featuring an interview with our Vice President of Programs and Strategy, Rebecca Nellis.

Kirby Adams - October 2014

The Courier-Journal reports that WAVE 3 anchor Dawne Gee is taking some time off of work to have treatment for kidney cancer, but hopes to be back after she recovers.

Eddie Makuch - October 2014

Gamespot.com reported that Nintendo president Satoru Iwata returned to work after surgery to remove a tumor from his bile duct. He said that he is now feeling healthy enough take on his full workload again.

Roberta Aberle - October 2014

Mylifeline.org member Roberta Aberle's recent blog post describes her experience working during her cancer diagnosis and treatment. She writes about the importance of work to her and the many challenges she's faced trying to maintain a career amid her cancer journey.

Stacey Tisdale - October 2014

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, the Huffington Post offers this profile of Hannah Burns, a former Managing Director at Lehman Brothers, who received tremendous support from her organization while working through treatments for breast cancer in 2005.

Robert Feder - October 2014

Megan Reed, who has been a radio host in the Chicago area for 28 years, is taking time off of work for treatment for metastatic breast cancer. The metastatic breast cancer caused tumors in her brain and she is scheduled to undergo surgery and radiation, but hopes to be back on the air soon, reports Robert Feder.

Saabira Chaudhuri - October 2014

James Dimon, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. chairman and CEO, spoke at a conference in New York, touching on his recent cancer journey and the future of his career, reports The Wall Street Journal.

ESPN staff - October 2014

ESPN UK recently reported on snooker champion Ali Carter's winning of the General Cup weeks after finishing chemotherapy for lung cancer. Carter called the win "the biggest of my career".

Cathy Horyn and Enid Nemy - October 2014

The New York Times wrote about the death of legendary fashion designer Oscar de la Renta, who passed away from complications from cancer this week. The article looks at his incredible career and discusses how he continued to work and grow his brand, despite periodic battles with the disease.

Lorraine Ash - October 2014

The Daily Record writes about Theresa Rowland, a yoga teacher who is battling ovarian cancer and is continuing with her yoga practice even as she gets ready for chemotherapy. She is taking time off from teaching but hopes to be able to return.

Martin Slagter - October 2014

The Kokomo Tribune shared the inspiring stories of two hairdressers, Nanci Pierce and Susan Cottingham, who have both battled breast cancer, and found support from each other and many clients who have also had breast cancer. Their stories touch on how they returned to work and how that helped them through their cancer journeys.

Sheryl M. Ness - October 2014

Sheryl M. Ness, R.N., wrote a great piece for Imperial Valley News on navigating work and cancer treatment. She provides helpful tips and examples and lists Cancer and Careers as a resource for information to help patients figure out a plan for working through treatment.

Stephanie Anderson Witmer - October 2014

USA Today shares the stories of four breast cancer survivors who were inspired by their own cancer experiences to start companies that make products to help ease the journey of other breast cancer survivors.

Jan Swoope - October 2014

The Dispatch recently shared the story of Candy Grant, a breast cancer survivor who was able to realize her dream of being a children's book author after her cancer journey.

Staff Sgt. Kai Jensen - October 2014

DVIDS shares the story of Sgt. 1st Class Dorothy Ruben, finance noncommissioned officer with the 76th Operational Response Command, who has been a Soldier for 26 years and is also a mother and breast cancer survivor. Her unit in the Army Reserve was a huge support system for her through her cancer journey.

Cansu Kucuk - October 2014

The Guardian published an article by Cansu Kucuk, a breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed at age 25 and it was this experience that inspired her to get her master’s degree in marketing and communications.

Meredith Engel - October 2014

The New York Daily News recently wrote about Tara Cernacek, a breast cancer survivor who lost her job towards the end of her treatment and turned to Cancer and Careers for resources and support to look for a new job.

Diana Reese - October 2014

The Washington Post recently covered a topic that we talk about a lot at Cancer and Careers - the laws that protect cancer survivors from losing their jobs and benefits. This article covers them from a breast cancer angle and discusses how survivors can use the FMLA and ADA to protect themselves in their workplaces.

Jennifer L. Manfrin - October 2014

Sandy Shrimplin works as a registered nurse at Coshocton Hospital, despite her ongoing battle with breast cancer, writes the Cochocton Tribune. She continues to work because "helping others makes her feel good" and she has had great support from her coworkers.