U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro of Connecticut and U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand of New York have introduced legislation to create a national program that allows people to receive a portion of their pay when they are on family or medical leave from work. The Family and Medical Insurance Leave Act, also known as the FAMILY Act, would permit workers to receive 66 percent of their monthly wages, up to a capped amount, when they take off time to care for a family member with a health condition, such as cancer, for their own illness, for the birth or adoption of a child and for certain situations related to military caregiving or leave.
Extending Healing Commitment to a Cancer Community
April 30th 2024It is Meaghan’s unwavering dedication to supporting children and families during a parent’s illness, along with her willingness to take her direct patient care to practices within her professional position and her community service, that allow me to say Meaghan is truly an extraordinary healer deserving of this honor.
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The Essence of Remarkable Cancer Care
April 29th 2024This year marks the 18th year that CURE and Oncology Nursing News have hosted the Extraordinary Healer Award for Oncology Nursing, which gives people the opportunity to recognize and honor the oncology nurses who have made a significant impact on their life.
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