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HIV and employment law — DOccMed MCQ

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An employee with well-controlled HIV asks whether his condition will affect his employment rights. What is the most appropriate advice?

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Correct answer: C — HIV is automatically deemed a disability from diagnosis under the Equality Act 2010, giving him protection from discrimination and entitlement to reasonable adjustments

HIV is one of three conditions (with cancer and MS) that are automatically deemed disabilities from diagnosis under the EA 2010, regardless of symptoms or functional impact. This provides full protection including the right to reasonable adjustments.

Reference: Equality Act 2010 Schedule 1