Factors Influencing the Continuation of Work in Patients with Cancer Willing to Work: An Exploratory Study

Kazumi Yano ()
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Kazumi Yano: Nursing Science Department, International University of Health and Welfare Graduate School, Tokyo 107-8402, Japan

Social Sciences, 2023, vol. 12, issue 3, 1-11

Abstract: Cancer patients, while receiving treatment, face several challenges with respect to their jobs and are sometimes forced to quit them. This study aimed to identify the factors affecting the continuation of work in patients with cancer who expressed a willingness to work. A total of 515 patients who were diagnosed with cancer within the last five years and who were willing to work were included. The factors that decreased the likelihood of working were being an adolescent or young adult, long-term absenteeism, fatigue, dyspnea, and economic problems. Factors that increased the likelihood of working were household income of 10 million yen or more, absenteeism of less than 7 months, and role functions. Our findings suggest that, to support the continuation of work, it is crucial to alleviate symptoms, such as fatigue and breathing difficulties, for patients with cancer, and provide support to ensure that their leave of absence does not exceed 7 months. In particular, psychological, social, and physical support to adolescents and young adults with cancer and those with economic problems are essential.

Keywords: cancer patients; influencing factors; willingness to work; work continuation; work support (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A B N P Y80 Z00 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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