One in three employees with diabetes say they feel unsupported at work, new survey shows

"New research findings reveal that 34% of people living with diabetes do not feel supported in the workplace, highlighting a persistent gap between corporate well-being policies and the lived experience of employees managing the condition. The survey shows that many workers still feel isolated when trying to balance blood glucose monitoring, medication, diet management and the daily demands of their job."

"This year's International Diabetes Federation (IDF) theme - diabetes, well-being and the workplace - inspired the launch of a new campaign, "The Day Diabetes Showed Up to Work", which aims to raise awareness of the unique challenges faced by employees with diabetes. The campaign encourages employers to acknowledge the adjustments, flexibility and understanding that can make working life safer and more manageable."

Research finds 34% of people living with diabetes do not feel supported at work, exposing a persistent gap between corporate well-being policies and employees' lived experience. Many workers report isolation while balancing blood glucose monitoring, medication, diet management and daily job demands. Open conversations about health and well-being remain rare, and employers often underestimate the physical and emotional toll of managing diabetes during work. The campaign "The Day Diabetes Showed Up to Work" aims to raise awareness of workplace adjustments, flexibility and understanding. The initiative seeks long-term cultural change and year-round employer commitment to diabetes support.

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