Type 1 Olympic hero overcomes needle phobia View online
 
 
 
Discrimination, employment and diabetes
 
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.
 
Dealing with discrimination
 
'I feel really upset'
 
"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.
 
Discrimination at school
Injecting in public
 
"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.
 
'How can I educate them?'
 
What you need to know
 
Unsure about what impact your diabetes may have on your employment? Visit our FAQs page to learn more about diabetes and your career.
 
Diabetes and jobs FAQs
Discrimination case victory
 
A 20-year-old woman with type 1 diabetes received compensation earlier this year after her hypo treatment was confiscated at a rock gig.
 
Hypo treatment confiscated
 
 
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NHS plans cost-cutting measures
 
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.
 
Why access could be restricted
 
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