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OP-ED: NL cancer survivors outline gaps in support needs, workplace issues in research study

In this article, we are pleased to share the key findings of one of our research studies conducted in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Our aim in this study was to explore cancer survivors’ social and workplace experiences after their diagnosis. We also sought to identify their recommendations for improving the experiences and support available to other cancer survivors.

We invite you to read this article (free-of-charge) by clicking on this link: https://www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/33/6/356 (or this link, https://www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/33/6/356/pdf).

The participants in this study shared valuable insights for all of us to think about – governments, health-care systems, community organizations, social support programs, advocates, workplace and labour rights organizations, and most importantly, people who are diagnosed (or will be diagnosed) with cancer. Their voices highlight opportunities to........

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