Infectious disease discrimination case studies

Case studies are provided to help explain the complaints process. They are intended as a guide only and should not be considered or used as legal advice. Outcomes from conciliation vary depending on individual circumstances. Parties to complaints should seek independent legal advice if they require advice about outcomes appropriate to their circumstances. Before lodging a complaint, please speak with an enquiries officer on 1800 670 812.

Employment

No workplace policy on Hepatitis C
Jan 2015: Maria applied for a job where medical testing was required.
Supervisor breaches confidentiality of employee
Apr 2014: Hok was hurt and humiliated after he shared that he has Hepatitis C with his supervisor.
Man made redundant after disclosing he is HIV positive
Mar 2014: Simon is HIV positive and works for a book publishing company.

Goods and services 

HIV positive woman told to complete course online
Feb 2023: Claire shared her HIV status with an educator.
Refused treatment at private hospital
Oct 2014: Jeremy was refused surgery when the hospital found out that he was HIV positive.
Segregated at dental clinic for having HIV
Jul 2017: Ronny has HIV and received segregated treatment at a dental clinic.

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