More states requiring paid medical or sick leave

Hannah Jones credits paid medical leave with helping her survive an aggressive form of breast cancer.

Her employer provided time off for chemotherapy treatments and to recover from surgery. Most importantly: Jones didn’t have to delay care for work, something doctors warned against.

“I am cancer-free because I followed the treatment plan,” the 35-year-old said. “I am an example of how paid (medical leave) makes a huge difference in the life and survival of a cancer patient.”