Facilitating Factors and Barriers in the Return to Work of Working Women Survivors of Breast Cancer: A Qualitative Study
Author:
Marinas-Sanz Rebeca1, Iguacel Isabel2ORCID, Maqueda Jerónimo3, Mínguez Laura1, Alquézar Paula1, Andrés Raquel4, Pérez Esther4, Sousa Ramón4, Moreno-Atahonero Elena3, Solé Dolors3, Güemes Antonio4ORCID, Martínez-Jarreta Begoña1ORCID
Affiliation:
1. Scientific Research Group GIIS-063 of Aragon Institute of Health, Department of Occupational Medicine, University of Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain 2. Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Zaragoza, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain 3. Department of Health Promotion and Occupational Epidemiology, National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health at Work (INSST), 28027 Madrid, Spain 4. Breast Cancer Unit, “Lozano Blesa” Clinical University Hospital, 50009 Zaragoza, Spain
Abstract
Several studies have identified the main barriers and facilitators that breast cancer survivors experience in the return to work (RTW). The authors conducted a qualitative study using focus group discussions with a group of female non-metastatic breast cancer survivors (n = 6), a group of health professionals from different medical specialties (n = 8), and a third group of company managers mainly composed of human resources managers (n = 7). The study was carried out between March and December 2021 in Zaragoza (Spain). Transcripts were analyzed using inductive content analysis to identify work-related barriers and facilitators and coded by the research team. Barriers identified included physical and cognitive symptoms, psychosocial problems, lack of knowledge and coordination (health professional, patients, and managers), legal vacuum, physical change, time constraints, work characteristics (lower skilled jobs), unsupportive supervisors and coworkers, family problems and self-demand. Facilitators included family and work support, physical activity and rehabilitation, personalized attention, interdisciplinary collaboration, legal advice for workers, knowledge about breast cancer in companies, positive aspects of work, elaboration of protocols for RTW in women with breast cancer. RTW in working women with breast cancer requires a personalized and holistic view that includes the perspectives of patients, healthcare professionals and company managers.
Funder
INSST Ministry of Labor and Social Economy MAZ-UNIZAR chair of labor medicine
Subject
Cancer Research,Oncology
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