Do you have to declare epilepsy to employer?

No. The ADA does not require applicants to voluntarily disclose that they have epilepsy or another disability unless they will need a reasonable accommodation for the application process (for example, permission to bring a service animal to an interview).
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What jobs can I not do with epilepsy?

People with epilepsy are successfully employed in a variety of jobs that might be considered high-risk: police officer, firefighter, welder, butcher, construction worker, etc. Epilepsy is a highly variable disorder and it is difficult to generalize about safety issues.
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Can my employer fire me for having epilepsy?

You cannot be fired for having epilepsy. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects the employment of a qualified individual with a disability who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
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Can you be fired for having epilepsy UK?

With the exception of a very small cluster of professions, people with epilepsy should not encounter any discrimination against their candidacy for employment, unless there are strong, reasonable grounds for concern in relation to health and safety.
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Is epilepsy classed as a hidden disability?

Epilepsy is sometimes described as a hidden disability because it is not usually obvious that someone has the condition unless they have a seizure. Whether you feel that you have a disability or not, you are protected by the Equality Act if your epilepsy affects you in this way.
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Supporting employees with epilepsy at work



Does epilepsy get you a blue badge?

A diagnosis of epilepsy will not result in automatic eligibility for a blue badge. Your application will need to include information regarding the frequency of the seizures, whether they are controlled by medication and whether the action of walking brings on a seizure.
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Is epilepsy a long standing illness?

Living with epilepsy

Epilepsy is usually a lifelong condition, but most people with it are able to have normal lives if their seizures are well controlled.
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What jobs can epileptics do?

What jobs can you get when you have epilepsy?
  • Service Animal Trainer. Getting a job as an animal trainer is one of the ideal jobs available for epilepsy patients. ...
  • Data Entry. Data entry is suitable for epilepsy patients because it allows them to work at their own pace. ...
  • Librarian. ...
  • Mental Health Counselor. ...
  • Artist.
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Can you work for NHS with epilepsy?

Working with epilepsy

If your epilepsy is well controlled, it may not have any effect on your work. Speak to your employer if your condition makes it difficult to do your job. They have to make reasonable adjustments to your work tasks to allow you to keep working.
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Are people with epilepsy discriminated against?

' People with epilepsy are protected under the Equality Act 2010, which makes discrimination unlawful. This includes discrimination on the basis of disability.
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Should I tell my boss I have epilepsy?

It is not always necessary to discuss epilepsy with a potential employer. Whether you do or not is up to you. If you have excellent seizure control and the employer does not ask any health-related questions, there's no reason to start talking about epilepsy unless you want to.
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How does epilepsy affect your ability to work?

If your epilepsy is controlled, it will not significantly affect your ability to perform physical work. However, it's obvious that you cannot perform any kind of physical work while having an epileptic seizure.
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Should I take time off work after a seizure?

If you usually recover quickly after a seizure, you might be able to get straight back to work. Or you might just need a quiet place to rest, before going back to work. Your seizure action plan should say where you need to rest. If you normally take a long time to recover from a seizure, you might need to go home.
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Is it hard to get disability for epilepsy?

As is the case with many disabling impairments, winning a claim for Social Security Benefits based on seizure disorder can be somewhat difficult. Social Security requires that you have frequent seizures that interfere with your activities and that are well documented.
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Can Covid affect epilepsy?

Some research suggests people with epilepsy could have a slightly increased risk of getting seriously ill or dying from coronavirus. Because of this increased risk, people with epilepsy aged 16-64 were invited to receive the COVID-19 vaccine earlier than people without underlying health conditions.
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Can I work nights with epilepsy?

People with epilepsy may need to avoid working night shifts as the significant loss or disruption to sleep can trigger seizures. If you are affected by insomnia or another sleep disorder, ask your doctor for advice because improved sleep could make a difference to seizure control.
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Does epilepsy affect memory?

The epilepsy may cause difficulties with being able to store memories. Research has shown that people with epilepsy are prone to forget things more quickly than others.
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Does epilepsy shorten life expectancy?

Reduction in life expectancy can be up to 2 years for people with a diagnosis of idiopathic/cryptogenic epilepsy, and the reduction can be up to 10 years in people with symptomatic epilepsy. Reductions in life expectancy are highest at the time of diagnosis and diminish with time.
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What foods should epileptics avoid?

white bread; non-wholegrain cereals; biscuits and cakes; honey; high-sugar drinks and foods; fruit juices; chips; mashed potatoes; parsnips; dates and watermelon. In general, processed or overcooked foods and over-ripe fruits.
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Why is epilepsy a disability?

Even when on medication people with epilepsy can experience seizures that leave the worn out and unable to function for days. If you have been diagnosed with epilepsy and you can't work and you expect to be unable to work for at least 12 months you can file a claim for Social Security disability benefits.
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What benefits can someone with epilepsy get?

You may be entitled to benefits, depending on how your epilepsy affects you. This might include Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Universal Credit and Attendance Allowance. You will need to meet certain requirements in order to qualify for these benefits.
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Does epilepsy qualify for disability tax credit?

People living with severe epilepsy not controlled by medications often find it challenging to obtain the disability tax credit (DTC) because the condition falls into a grey area. However, people with epilepsy and family members supporting people with the condition have avenues to take in order to receive the DTC.
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Is epilepsy a disease or condition?

Epilepsy is a common disorder of the brain that causes repeated seizures. It is sometimes called a seizure disorder.
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Can you have a job if you have seizures?

Many people with epilepsy are able to work and successfully carry out their job duties. Having occasional (or even fairly frequent) seizures may make your job hunt more challenging but not impossible. The better qualified you are for a position, the better your chances of success.
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Is epilepsy considered a disability in UK?

Is epilepsy classed as a disability? You are likely to be considered disabled under the Equality Act if: Your epilepsy has a substantial and long-term negative effect on your ability to do day-to-day activities or. It's not having a substantial effect now, but it would do if you were not having treatment or.
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