Tips on working and treatment
Hi all, I will be starting Chemo soon which will be followed up with more surgery and then radiation. I know l will have moments where l will be tired/sick and anything else that goes with it. I jo...
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Hi Salpal,
Thank you very much for your post.
Many woman in your position feel exactly the same way. Because everyone reacts differently to treatment you wont know how you will be affected until you start treatment. I've spoken to our breast care nurse and she said very few people are able to continue to work full time. Most will need to take a couple of days off after treatment or reduce their hours. Have you looked to see if you are covered for lost wages by the insurance associated with your Super? I would also recommend you talk to Centrelink to see what you are entitled to. I notice in your profile you have a young child. You may also be entitled to in home care through Centrelink while you have your treatment.
I would be happy to talk to you on the phone or you may wish to talk to our breast care nurse. The number is 1800 500 258 which is the cost of a regular call, or my direct line is (03) 9805 2535.
Best wishes,
Michelle
Thank you very much for your post.
Many woman in your position feel exactly the same way. Because everyone reacts differently to treatment you wont know how you will be affected until you start treatment. I've spoken to our breast care nurse and she said very few people are able to continue to work full time. Most will need to take a couple of days off after treatment or reduce their hours. Have you looked to see if you are covered for lost wages by the insurance associated with your Super? I would also recommend you talk to Centrelink to see what you are entitled to. I notice in your profile you have a young child. You may also be entitled to in home care through Centrelink while you have your treatment.
I would be happy to talk to you on the phone or you may wish to talk to our breast care nurse. The number is 1800 500 258 which is the cost of a regular call, or my direct line is (03) 9805 2535.
Best wishes,
Michelle