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Aidan Cellini - June 2022

Australian football player Ben Cunnington took time off for treatment of testicular cancer in November of 2021, but recently rejoined his team for training. He is easing in slowly working drills and hopes to play soon. Having him back has added a “pep in [their] step” for his other teammates.

McKenna Oxenden - June 2022

Country music star Toby Keith has revealed he was diagnosed with stomach cancer last fall. "I've spent the last six months receiving chemo, radiation and surgery,” Keith said on his Instagram. He has been performing during these six months and was just about to embark on a new tour but those plans have been put on hold while he finishes treatment.

Kim Passoth - May 2022

For the past 20 years Rachael Peckham has worked as a teacher, and now is the Assistant Principal at Coral Academy Las Vegas, Nellis Airforce Base. After a series of health issues that she initially chalked up to stress, Rachael was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer.

Taylor Delandro, Adrienne Bankert - April 2022

Denise Johnson went through treatment for breast cancer in 2015. After her brother was diagnosed with prostate cancer, and her sister also diagnosed with breast cancer, she had an epiphany for a change. She left behind her accounting career and decided to become an oncology nurse.

Philip Ellis - April 2022

Val Kilmer was unable to express himself vocally after two tracheotomies. However, through a partnership with tech company Sonantic, Kilmer has been able to generate a version of his speech using artificial intelligence, based on existing footage and recordings of his voice, allowing his voice to be heard in the new Top Gun: Maverick sequel.

Patrice Peck - April 2022

Activist Tanya Asapansa-Johnson Walker has gone through two rounds of treatment for lung cancer. While at a major New York City hospital following an intense surgery to remove part of her lung, she experienced discrimination and lack of nursing care due to her existence as a trans woman. She was continually misgendered and “treated like an animal”

Peter Sblendorio - March 2022

Broadway veteran Mandy Gonzalez was starring in Hamilton when she received a breast cancer diagnosis in 2019, and chose to continue to perform through her treatment.

Olivia Wieseler - March 2022

Captain Ryan Lohr has been with the Scottsbluff Fire department for 19 years. After being diagnosed with stage four colon cancer, he decided to continue working

Helen Ubiñas - March 2022

Philadelphia City Councilmember Maria Quiñones- Sánchez was diagnosed with breast cancer last year, and with the help of a wig, she was able to keep her diagnosis secret, never missing a day of work. Eventually she decided to disclose publicly in an op-ed late last year.

Tiana Johnson - March 2022

Allison Getz has decided to balance her cancer treatment while continuing her job as Tax Assessor for Jefferson County, Texas. Earlier this year, she underwent brain surgery to remove a tumor, and now continues her treatment with chemotherapy and radiation five days a week, working Monday mornings and Friday afternoons between treatments.

Jack Bantock - February 2022

Snowboarder Max Parrot won a Winter Olympic gold medal in Beijing on Monday, just over three years after the Canadian was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma

Colleen Moretti - January 2022

Cancer and Careers' Executive Director Rebecca V. Nellis spoke recently to Cure Magazine to discuss our research survey of cancer patients and survivors and their experience with COVID-19 pandemic, as well as our first survey with Black and Hispanic patients and survivors.

Megan-Claire Chase - December 2021

In this open and honest essay for WebMD Blog, Megan-Claire Chase shares her experience working with a cancer diagnosis, from active treatment to survivorship.

Baptist Health Floyd - October 2021

Two long-time employees in the radiology department at Baptist Health Floyd hospital in Indiana discuss continuing to work after their diagnoses, and how deciding to disclose has influenced their relationship with patients.

Angeline Jane Bernabe - October 2021

In a recent interview with Good Morning America, Shannen Doherty discusses her stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis and finding fulfillment in her work as an actress.

Kevin Van Valkenburg - July 2021

In this spotlight by ESPN, Trey Mancini, first baseman and outfielder for the Baltimore Orioles, speaks about his time away from and return to work after being diagnosed with colon cancer. Sara Perlman, television host and reporter, and Trey’s partner, also discusses her role as partner and caregiver.

Lisa Respers France - July 2021

Val Kilmer’s new film explores candid moments from throughout his career shot with his personal video camera. It also provides an intimate glimpse into how his relationship with work has evolved following cancer treatment.

Ashley Hubbard - May 2021

Journalist Kristen Dahlgren discusses her breast cancer diagnosis, disclosure and the importance of work in her life.

Joshua Rosario - March 2021

Jersey City Board of Education President, Mussab Ali, says he’ll continue working as he undergoes treatment for stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

John Torenli - January 2021

Basketball player, Caris LeVert, was recently diagnosed with kidney cancer. While his timeline to return to the court is unknown, his team and the NBA are supporting his recovery process and inspired by his strength and courage.

Emily Shiffer - January 2021

Malita Gardner changed her professional priorities after her second breast cancer diagnosis when she realized that her high stress job wouldn’t allow for the work-life balance she needed during treatment.

Jennifer Ernst Beaudry - December 2020

The various ways that health and work intersect is an issue that has been brought to the forefront during the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting many companies to re-evaluate how they would support and manage employees who are diagnosed with a serious illness, not just COVID-19.

John Keim - December 2020

Washington Football Team coach Ron Rivera was diagnosed with cancer months after being hired and chose to continue working, ultimately only sitting out three practices and never missing a game.

Jaime Ducharme - September 2020

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg passed away on September 18th of complications from cancer. Over the years she had multiple cancer diagnoses but remained steadfast in her desire and ability to continue working, even saying as recently as this July that she would remain a member of the court for as long as possible

Yousra Zaki - July 2020

Inspired by her cancer experience and the need to find something more fulfilling, Sophia Bakkal decided to leave her corporate job and become a certified life coach.

Nina Totenberg - July 2020

Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, announced that she will continue working while undergoing treatment for her most recent cancer recurrence.

Erin Durkin - May 2020

The challenges cancer patients are facing due to pandemic have been cast a wide net – from heightened susceptibility of contracting the virus and disruptions to treatment to job losses that have impacted health insurance coverage. Many individuals and organizations are taking a stand to ensure they have increased protection.

CBS 21 News - May 2020

Best Buy worked with Dennis Parry, a hearing-impaired manger, on a face mask design that would allow him to read lips so he could continue to communicate with customers and employees.

Brent Johnson and Matt Arco - April 2020

New Jersey Gov. Philip Murphy had to jump into action hours after having surgery to remove a cancerous tumor removed from his kidney. With his state announcing its first coronavirus case, a restful recovery was no longer an option.

Just Report - March 2020

How America’s largest employers are treating stakeholders amid the Coronavirus crisis.