What Protections Does the ADA Provide for Cancer Patients?
The ADA provides several protections for individuals with cancer, particularly in the workplace. These include:
Non-discrimination: Employers cannot discriminate against an individual with cancer in any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, or job assignments. Reasonable Accommodations: Employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with cancer, such as flexible work schedules, telecommuting, or modified duties, unless it causes undue hardship to the business. Confidentiality: Medical information related to an employee's cancer diagnosis must be kept confidential and separate from personnel files.
