In a recent PR Week article, survivors discussed how they navigated the challenges of managing work while undergoing cancer treatment. Nneka Etoniru, EVP of Global Strategy at Avenue Z, shared her personal experience after being diagnosed with HER2-positive HR negative breast cancer in the middle of the pandemic. Reflecting on how cancer permeates every aspect of life, she emphasized, “There’s no way to prepare for having that conversation in the workplace… When we’re talking about advocacy, those are real, tangible things that people need to think about.”
The article highlights stories of women who, despite the demands of their careers, faced the reality of a cancer diagnosis. It explores how they balanced their professional responsibilities with the unpredictable nature of cancer treatment. From IVF to chemotherapy and navigating workplace leave, these women shed light on the importance of support systems and the need for companies to improve policies and programs for employees facing similar challenges.
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