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B Nowrouzi1, N Lightfoot, K Cote
1Master of Public Health Program, Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, ON. bnowrouz@lakeheadu.ca
Current Oncology (Toronto, Ont.)
|October 29, 2009
Summary
Employees with cancer receive better workplace support in larger organizations and the public sector. Further support is needed for employees in smaller and private sector workplaces.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Health Services Research
- Human Resources Management
Background:
- Cancer survivorship is increasing, necessitating supportive workplace environments.
- Many employees with cancer face challenges returning to and remaining at work.
- Understanding current workplace support mechanisms is crucial for improving employee well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey human resources personnel in northeastern Ontario regarding workplace support for employees with cancer.
- To identify factors associated with the provision of workplace assistance for cancer patients.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was distributed to 255 workplaces in northeastern Ontario (December 2007-April 2008).
- 101 workplaces responded (39.6% response rate).
- Logistic regression analysis identified factors associated with workplace support, defined by paid time off for appointments, return-to-work meetings, and reduced hours.
Main Results:
- Large organization size (OR: 6.97) and public sector employment (OR: 4.98) were significantly associated with greater employer assistance.
- Public sector employers were 5 times more likely to provide assistance than private sector employers.
- Large organizations (>50 employees) were 7 times more likely to provide assistance than smaller organizations.
Conclusions:
- Employees with cancer benefit from working in larger organizations and within the public sector.
- The findings indicate a need for enhanced support strategies for cancer patients in smaller and private sector workplaces.
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