Our Teachers Deserve Compassion, Not Salary CutsWhen a teacher is diagnosed with cancer, the battle extends far beyond the hospital. What makes this even more troubling is that the Ministry is fully aware that many forms of specialized cancer treatment are not available locally. Teachers amongst others are often required to travel overseas to receive chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, or consultations with specialists. Policies that result in salary reductions for teachers receiving medically necessary cancer treatment should be reviewed and amended. This is not only affecting cancer patients but also teachers that are battling other life threatening illnesses.