Type 1 Olympic hero overcomes needle phobia View online |
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Discrimination, employment and diabetes |
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People with diabetes can sadly sometimes face discrimination, particularly from those unaware of the condition. The Equality Act of 2010 states employers should ensure you’re not at a disadvantage because of your diabetes, and knowing what to do if you feel discriminated against can be important. |
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'I feel really upset'
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"When I enquired about the job, she said it wouldn't be right for me because of my diabetes," said Forum user slayer, a teacher who felt discriminated. |
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Injecting in public
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"Are they living in the stone ages" asks Forum user dazzeur, who was left stunned after recently being told to go to the bathroom to do his injection. |
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What you need to know
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Unsure about what impact your diabetes may have on your employment? Visit our FAQs page to learn more about diabetes and your career. |
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Discrimination case victory
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A 20-year-old woman with type 1 diabetes received compensation earlier this year after her hypo treatment was confiscated at a rock gig. |
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Take a look at some of today's top threads:
There are 1,814,640 posts from 291,759 members in the forum right now.
Did you know: that 96% of questions get their first response in 4 minutes! Login to join the conversation or sign-up and start a thread here.
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NHS plans cost-cutting measures |
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In a move that could affect people with diabetes NHS officials are reportedly considering proposing that GPs prescribe cheaper alternatives of blood glucose testing strips, needles and pens. |
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