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Survivorship, Surveillance, & Back to Work
Best Practices
Novartis
Novartis Global Oncology has developed a new model for supporting associates with a life-altering chronic disease or condition (or who act as caregivers or managers to people in this situation) that builds on the company’s existing care management process. Patient-reported outcomes on this program – called Ensemble –show high program satisfaction, employee engagement and work reintegration during and after illness.
Leveraging the experience, knowledge and resources of the Oncology Business Unit, Ensemble aims to help associates affected by a chronic disease or condition such as...
Articles of Interest
MedPage Today
Research & Evidence
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Brochures/Reference
After you’ve told your manager about your diagnosis, it will help to have a framework for discussions about your job. Understand that your manager will probably be worried for you — and for the company. The best antidote is information, which is why we created this kit. It contains need-to-know laws relating to cancer in the workplace; successful workplace strategies; tips for dealing with your HR department; and more. We recommend detaching this page and sharing the rest of the kit with your manager. Additional resources for both you and your employer can be found at cancerandcareers.org.
External Resources
Everyday Health
This weekly resource, targeted toward experienced patients and caregivers, follows developments in the field of oncology and provides news highlights from the preceding week.
Cancer Support Community
Your health after treatment may be different than it was before you started treatment, and you may find yourself having to manage problems you never had previously.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
This guide is for parents who have a child with cancer. It has information about childhood cancer, together with tips to help you and your family to cope during this challenging time.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
If you are helping your family member or friend through cancer treatment, you are a caregiver. This may mean helping with daily activities such as going to the doctor or making meals. It could also mean coordinating services and care. Or it may be giving emotional and spiritual support.
American College of Surgeons
Use the Commission on Cancer (CoC) Hospital Locator to find an accredited cancer program near you. The CoC Hospital Locator allows you to search for resources and services each program offers to its patients and enables you to compare services offered by different facilities.