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  • Breast cancer (BC) is a prevalent neoplasm impacting women of working age.
  • Return to work (RTW) for breast cancer survivors (BCSs) correlates with improved quality of life and survival.
  • A tailored intervention was implemented in 2022 to facilitate BCSs' RTW.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a tailored intervention promoting RTW in BCSs.
  • To assess the health status and RTW regularity of BCSs one year post-intervention.
  • To identify factors influencing RTW for BCSs.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of BCSs who received a tailored RTW intervention were followed for one year.
  • Data collection included health status assessment and RTW regularity checks.
  • Qualitative data were gathered through thematic analysis of interviews to explore influencing factors.

Main Results:

  • BCSs reported persistent issues including fatigue, poor sleep, anxiety, and depression.
  • Work ability did not significantly improve compared to baseline measurements.
  • Interviews revealed personal, company, and societal factors impacting RTW, indicating intervention limitations.

Conclusions:

  • Despite interventions and benefits, BCSs face significant challenges in returning to work.
  • Current support systems may not fully address the complex needs of BCSs for successful reintegration.
  • Personalized interventions are crucial to enhance the RTW process and support BCSs' career continuity.