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Managing diabetes in the workplace isn't just possible; it can be your secret weapon.

When you understand your rights under the Equality Act and know how to ask for what you need, diabetes can transform from a barrier to your competitive edge.

Here’s the truth: Your condition provides you with unique insights that can sharpen focus, build resilience, and enhance your performance, but only if you advocate for yourself.

Whether it’s negotiating reasonable adjustments or leveraging technology, it’s about creating a work environment that respects your needs.

Remember, you're not asking for special treatment; you're ensuring equal treatment.

Let’s shift the narrative: Your health is not a burden; it's valuable information that can lead to a successful career.

Full episode out on Tuesday 7th July 2026 - Subscribe for more.

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Thank you for listening, my goal to help 1 MILLION people understand that Illness is NOT a burden once they unleash their edge.

If you like the show share us on social media and help others discover their edge.

This is not medical or financial advice, you should always check with a professional and gather your own research, this is purely to get the conversation started.

Want to know more?

For video go to our YouTube channel - @thechronicedgeunleashed

The Chronic Edge Institute is coming soon - Access data, courses, show episodes, guides etc, and join in the discussion to help us reach a million people and show them that Illness is NOT a burden.

Check out my book - Burning Profits: 10 Myths destroying your workforce - here

Free employee Playbook and Employer Toolkit coming soon.

Illness is not a burden, it is data, use it, and UNLEASH your Edge, I'm Elliot Evans, and I'll see you on the other side.

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TITLE: System Meltdown - Extreme heat vs chronic illness

SERIES: Behind the Edge

RUN TIME: 17 mins

Ever felt like the heat is taking over your life? Here's why it doesn't have to!"

Living with chronic illness?

The heat isn't just uncomfortable; it's a signal. It reveals where our bodies are operating at their limits. For those with conditions like MS, fibromyalgia, or POTS, even a slight temperature rise can amplify fatigue, dizziness, and discomfort.

But here's the good news: understanding this information can help with the tools you need to empower yourself.

Adjust your workspace, prioritize hydration, and learn your legal rights in the workplace. You have the right to adjustments that support your health.

Remember, you’re not alone in this—your voice matters.

Let's advocate for a work environment that respects our needs.

What’s your experience with managing work in the heat?

Full resources:

Temperature in the workplace: Heat stress - HSE

Extreme temperatures in the workplace - Acas

Reasonable adjustments: a legal duty - GOV.UK

Adverse Weather and Health Plan - GOV.UK

#ChronicIllness #HeatAwareness #DisabilityRights #Neurodivergence #WellnessAdvocacy

Support the show

Thank you for listening, my goal to help 1 MILLION people understand that Illness is NOT a burden once they unleash their edge.

If you like the show share us on social media and help others discover their edge.

This is not medical or financial advice, you should always check with a professional and gather your own research, this is purely to get the conversation started.

Want to know more?

For video go to our YouTube channel - @thechronicedgeunleashed

The Chronic Edge Institute is coming soon - Access data, courses, show episodes, guides etc, and join in the discussion to help us reach a million people and show them that Illness is NOT a burden.

Check out my book - Burning Profits: 10 Myths destroying your workforce - here

Free employee Playbook and Employer Toolkit coming soon.

Illness is not a burden, it is data, use it, and UNLEASH your Edge, I'm Elliot Evans, and I'll see you on the other side.

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Title: Diabetes in the Workplace

Series: Illness is not a burden

Runtime: 18 mins approx

Diabetes is not a burden, it’s data. Here’s how to use it to thrive in your career!

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Living with diabetes can feel overwhelming, especially in the workplace.

Did you know over 4.7 million people in the UK are diagnosed with this condition? It’s not just a number; it represents real professionals struggling with daily management amidst deadlines and meetings.

But it doesn’t have to be a limitation.

By treating diabetes management as essential workplace data, we can create environments that honor our needs instead of ignoring them.

Practical adjustments like flexible break times or private spaces can transform the workplace into a supportive environment that boosts productivity.

Let’s change the narrative!

Remember, your condition does not define your capabilities. Advocate for what you need and lead with clarity, because your experience can help reshape the workplace for everyone.

What adjustments have made a difference for you? Let's discuss!

#DiabetesAwareness #ChronicIllness #WorkplaceWellness #Neurodiversity #Accessibility

LINKS:

Diabetes UK helpline and employment guide

ACAS guidance on RA and disability at work

Access to Work

The Equality and Human Rights Commission

Support the show

Thank you for listening, my goal to help 1 MILLION people understand that Illness is NOT a burden once they unleash their edge.

If you like the show share us on social media and help others discover their edge.

This is not medical or financial advice, you should always check with a professional and gather your own research, this is purely to get the conversation started.

Want to know more?

For video go to our YouTube channel - @thechronicedgeunleashed

The Chronic Edge Institute is coming soon - Access data, courses, show episodes, guides etc, and join in the discussion to help us reach a million people and show them that Illness is NOT a burden.

Check out my book - Burning Profits: 10 Myths destroying your workforce - here

Free employee Playbook and Employer Toolkit coming soon.

Illness is not a burden, it is data, use it, and UNLEASH your Edge, I'm Elliot Evans, and I'll see you on the other side.