Cancer and work

[user9855677]

Hi just after some advice, is it reasonable to work half days (mornings) instead of full days or half days (afternoons) due to a cancer diagnosis 5 years ago?

It's nothing to do with the diagnosis and everything to do with how much you're capable of working.

Is this you or a colleague? Is the cancer cured?

It depends totally on how you feel. Are you clear of the cancer? Are you still having treatment? Have you recovered from chemo, which takes longer to get over than I had realised? How are you psychologically? Don't underestimate the stress it causes. Does work help take your mind off your diagnosis? Or does your work add to your stress?

All of these need considering. I hope you work it out.