Work And Breast Cancer: How To Cope || Dr Liz O'Riordan

[@judyrussell1853]

This was so very good. I watched this twice and made notes as I return to work on a phased return after breast cancer treatment.

[@vickiehall3504]

I wish that I knew this in 2020, as an NHS nurse I was denied to be moved into a less demanding role that did not include 12 hr night and day shifts. I left my job, probably for the best as its was kinda toxic. I have breast cancer to thank for getting out of it. I do wonder if cancer had not have happened, would I still be there now? At the time I had no idea that I had any rights, I moved jobs and was much happier I had a recurrence in 2022, had Diep surgery and have to say I was treated much better as a nurse working in the private sector. I had a 7 week phased return, and was well supported throughout. Almost a year on, I am fit and healthy but sometimes struggle with tiredness working late into the evening. I might consider asking to reduce this, as it drains me

[@tonat6611]

Very informative. I was very lucky with my employers, but have heard some shocking stories.

[@cindyswift129]

Excellent information, very helpful

[@KTen-cm6wx]

Love your book. I wish you well🙏

[@theobgynmum]

great and really helpful video Liz!

[@DrLizORiordan]

Thanks Brooke!

[@marionraine3703]

Hi Dr What if you're 69( and unemployed X?

[@fenlandwildlifeclips]

Discrimination is unlawful: it's civil law & in the civil courts, it's unlawful, NOT illegal. Illegal refers to the criminal justice system. E.G: it's illegal to rob a house but unlawful to withdraw a job offer on the grounds of autism (the latter happened to me).

[@sarahdaykin]

How does this affect self employment and Universal credit pls?

[@claireunterholz]

Only 5 years in Germany

[@mselite3250]

I thought it was illegal os the US, jist experienced to this

[@DrLizORiordan]

I’m afraid I don’t know the law in the US

[@mainc6743]

In the USA, having cancer is not a automatic disability.

[@DrLizORiordan]

And that makes me cross. It should be

[@trinitywright7122]

Yes it should be. Where I work which is for the US government it is considered a disability. However, it's not considered one that gets you any bonus points in your job like some other disabilities who are chosen first, which is an interesting concept.

[@trinitywright7122]

​@@DrLizORiordanagreed