Challenges Faced by Cancer Patients Returning to Work

Last year, the Irish Cancer Society (ICS) launched its 'Real Cost of Cancer' report.  This research highlighted the need to examine the barriers faced by those previously diagnosed with cancer who seek to return to work.  ICS wants to hear from people with experience of this issue, in order to make recommendations for change and to develop best practices for both people returning to the workplace and their employers.  An online questionnaire is open to anyone aged 18-65, who has been diagnosed with cancer in the last ten years, and who was in paid employment (including self-employment) at the time of their most recent diagnosis / episode.  It takes about 15 minutes to complete.  ICS is particularly keen to hear from men.  You can participate at: www.cancer.ie/returningtowork