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Ignorance of the legal and practical issues surrounding employing staff with cancer can lead to the discriminatory and sometimes shocking handling of sufferers. But, as Anat Arkin finds out, HR professionals are well-positioned to help employers take the best approach
Scottish council raising funds for cancer charity through sponsored trek and cycle
More information and support is needed for carers, as well as sufferers
Being diagnosed with cancer can be one of the hardest moments in a person's life. As PM launches its 'Working through cancer' campaign, Laura Chubb finds out what employers can do to help
A reader's experience of their personal battle with cancer
Readers share their personal experiences
Dealing with cancer is tough for any individual, but their colleagues can find it hard too. Louise Rogers and her boss Steve Tinniswood at Trinity Mirror describe how communication and compassion helped both of them to come through
CCT and CiC team up to offer specialist counselling
With support, a diagnosis of cancer needn't put a stop to your working life. As part of PM and charity Macmillan’s joint 'Working through cancer' campaign, MP Phil Hope tells his story
Troubleshooter - 21 February 2008: A key member of staff at this small company has been diagnosed with cancer and will be off work for an indefinite period. The organisation wants to show its support, but how can it balance her needs with that of the business?
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