Half of cancer patients feel diagnosis negatively impacts their career — ESRI study
One-third of those surveyed reported negative experiences, such as a reduction in salary or bonus (11%) on their return or being overlooked for promotion (7%).
Almost half of cancer patients returning to work feel their diagnosis has a negative impact on their career, a new study by the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has found.
The study, funded by the Irish Cancer Society, found that while 68% felt supported by their employer and manager in returning to work, 46% felt their cancer diagnosis negatively impacted on their career prospects.
