It is important that you tell your employer or prospective employer that you have diabetes. Explain your treatment regime and indicate that you may need to take occasional short breaks to have a snack or test your blood.

It is wise to explain to your workmates what diabetes is all about so that they can understand more about your condition and why you may need to eat a quick snack or take an injection of insulin. It is wise to tell one or two of your workmates who work close to you know what to do in the event of you having a hypoglycaemia. However, this is your personal choice.