Experiences of cancer patients’ return to work
Purpose: This study explored the experiences of cancer survivors remaining in the workforce, or transitioning back into the workforce following treatment. Methods: Using an exploratory qualitative design, eight individual interviews were conducted with participants undergoing treatment for variou...
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doaj-6109769a1783440296db794ee372a9bf2020-11-25T02:22:44ZengPappin CommunicationsCanadian Oncology Nursing Journal2368-80762020-04-0130211311810.5737/23688076302113118Experiences of cancer patients’ return to workDebbie KaneDale RajacichChantal AndaryPurpose: This study explored the experiences of cancer survivors remaining in the workforce, or transitioning back into the workforce following treatment. Methods: Using an exploratory qualitative design, eight individual interviews were conducted with participants undergoing treatment for various cancer diagnoses, all of whom were employed prior to their cancer diagnosis. Findings: Participants revealed that work provided them with a sense of normalcy, purpose, and personal identity. All but one participant voiced the benefits of having a supportive work environment. Many also sharedthey had experienced financial burden and were unaware of where to seek financial assistance. Conclusion: Future research needs to further explore how the healthcare team and employer can promote supportive work environments and increase cancer survivors’ awareness and access to financial resources. http://canadianoncologynursingjournal.com/index.php/conj/article/view/1052 |
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Canadian Oncology Nursing Journal |
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Purpose: This study explored the experiences of cancer survivors remaining in the workforce, or transitioning back into the workforce following treatment.
Methods: Using an exploratory qualitative design, eight individual interviews were conducted with participants undergoing treatment for various cancer diagnoses, all of whom were employed prior to their cancer diagnosis.
Findings: Participants revealed that work provided them with a sense of normalcy, purpose, and personal identity. All but one participant voiced the benefits of having a supportive work environment. Many also sharedthey had experienced financial burden and were unaware of where to seek financial assistance.
Conclusion: Future research needs to further explore how the healthcare team and employer can promote supportive work environments and increase cancer survivors’ awareness and access to financial resources. |
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