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Last update: 02/28/2008

Taking time off | Traveling with cancer | Fighting discrimination in the Workplace

Also see our Insurance resource page

The diagnosis of lymphoma doesn't mean that you cannot work or pursue career goals, but  it is likely to require some adjustments.  Here we list resources and tips on how to continue to work, or seek employment, or maintain insurance if you should change jobs.

 

"Revolutionary advances in cancer treatments are resulting in thousands-if not millions-more cancer survivors who are living longer, healthier and extremely fulfilling lives. 
 
And if they were working before their diagnosis, 80 percent returned to work after their
treatment ended."  hopkinsmedicine.org

Common forms of discrimination include:

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Refusal to hire

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Suggestions that the person with cancer would "be better off" not continuing to work

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Demotion or denial of promotion

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Not allowing time off for medical appointments

Source: cancercare.org 


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Taking time off, and returning to work

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Keeping up appearances  ACS | cancerandcareer.org
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Taking Time Off  cancerandcareer.org | Google topic search
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Returning to work  cancerandcareer.org
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Traveling with cancer 

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Avoiding in-flight colds  ehow  
And it's always a good idea to review the Immunization Guide
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Free travel  PAL
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Tips on safe travel  cancerandcareer.org
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Employment : Fighting Discrimination in the Workplace

Resources to help you advocate for yourself or someone else who has cancer
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Guidance  cancercare.org | jamesline.com | fecaps
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A Consumer Guide to Handling Disputes with Your Employer or Private Health Plan, 2003 Update - www.kff.org
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Your rights in the workplace  cancercare.org | hopkinsmedicine.org
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How to file a workplace discrimination complaint  U.S. Depart of Health and Human Services 
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And here's an excellent organization that deals with workplace discrimination and insurance problems:
 
Patient Advocate Foundation
700 Thimble Shoal Blvd, Suite 200
Newport News, VA 23606

Phone: 800-532-5274
Web: www.patientadvocate.org
Email: Help@patientadvocate.org
 
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Q&A on Privacy  HIPAA
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ASK ANNIE In Job Interviews, Should I Say I'm a Cancer Survivor?  fortune.com 
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The laws that protect you
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or call (800) 669-4000
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Family and Medical Leave Act
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Health and Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) OF 1996 
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Regional help contact info  US Dept of Health & Human Services
When you have a question about insurance portability.
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Rehab Act of 1973
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Losing insurance coverage is a major concern of patients who want to change jobs.  
This fact sheet describes your rights and the law. 
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Patient questions and perspectives on changing jobs  PAL 
(A thread from NHL-follic support)

If you think you have been discriminated against in employment on the basis of disability, 
you can file a complaint with:

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) within 180 days of the alleged discrimination (according to some state or local laws, you can take up to 300 days). 

For more specific information about ADA requirements affecting employment, contact the EEOC at 800-669-4000 or 800-669-6820 (TDD). 

For general ADA information, answers to specific technical questions, free ADA materials, or information about filing a complaint, call 800-514-0301 or 800-514-0383 (TDD).

Source: ACS 

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Health Insurance Portability

These resources will help you to identify your rights, and contact the persons who are qualified to answer questions about insurance portability and privacy. 
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Guidance  The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Losing insurance coverage is a major concern of patients who want to change jobs.  
This fact sheet describes your rights and the law. 
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Regional help contact info  US Dept of Health & Human Services
When you have a question about insurance portability.

 
 
Disclaimer:  The information presented on Lymphomation.org is not intended to be a substitute for 
professional medical advice or to replace your relationship with a physician.
For all medical concerns,  you should always consult your doctor. 
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