Seeing Occupational Health Dr.

[marcollee]

My husband is being treated for Hep C. Due to the side effects and the nature of his work, he has been at off work for approx 2.5 months. Now his company want him to see the Occupational Health Dr. The hospital and GP agree that he cannot return to work yet. He has no problem having the referral and seeing the Occ. Dr. He has not told work that he has Hep C, but Liver Impairment. The nurse specialist can supply a letter confirming Liver Impairment.

What we want to know, does he have to disclose his Hep C and if so does the Occ. Dr. have to tell his employer. He has already met with stigma, which was not nice, so he does not want it again.

Thanks for any help that can be given.

Marcollee

[cheflady]

Hi its Jules and i know for sure that your hubby does not need to disclose the fact that he as Hep C so just go along with liver impairment. All the best Jules x

[dontworry_behappy1]

I don't know what the laws on disclosure are in the UK ....but in the US you aren't required to disclose your hepatitis C status.  A letter of liver impairment
would be a good way to explain without details.  Yes the stigma is there due to so many uneducated people about hepatitis C.  My personal opinion is to not tell your employer at all costs.  If it is a result of your husband's occupation that could be sticky.   I would seek a consultation from a lawyer who specializes in occupational medical issues.  

Best to you