When—and what—should you tell your employer about your cancer diagnosis? The answer may be more nuanced than you think, and your rights may be stronger than you realize. Jennifer Omholt explains the workplace protections available to cancer patients, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), reasonable workplace accommodations, and job-protected leave. Learn how to approach conversations with your supervisor or Human Resources department, what information you are—and are not—required to disclose, and how to advocate for the flexibility and support you need during treatment. The chapter also includes practical guidance for self-employed individuals navigating cancer while running a business. Understanding your rights can help you protect your livelihood, reduce stress, and focus your energy where it belongs: on your health and recovery. From JUST DIAGNOSED: A Survivor's Guide to Navigating Cancer by Jennifer Omholt — journalist and 24-year stage 3 breast cancer survivor. Foreword by Debu Tripathy, MD (MD Anderson Cancer Center). Distributed by Simon & Schuster.