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Cancer and work — DOccMed MCQ

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A manager asks occupational health whether a worker with cancer is disabled under the Equality Act before agreeing a flexible schedule for chemotherapy. What is the relevant legal framework?

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Correct answer: C — Equality Act protection with a duty to consider reasonable adjustments

Cancer is treated as a disability under the Equality Act from diagnosis. The employer should consider reasonable adjustments such as flexibility for treatment and recovery. Occupational health can advise on function and likely work effects without requiring unnecessary diagnostic disclosure.

Reference: Equality Act 2010; ACAS Reasonable Adjustments