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Jenb2611 wrote: ↑

Tue Feb 12, 2019 1:11 pm

I test link totally understand- it feels like a mine field once you know how much you should avoid and realise your life’s in someone’s hands. I will be honest and say that for a while I curbed my socialising- especially after taking ill despite giving clear instructions to the waiting staff they still served me contaminated food in one restaurant. It makes you nervous. I decided I was going to have a life though, I stick to a small number of safe places, if going somewhere new - like a chain, I check in advance. Places like frankie & Bennies have an app. If a place can’t provide an accurate list, I don’t eat. If I have to be at an event and can’t guarantee safety I take my own food or eat beforehand. I always have an exit plan - someone who knows if I leave the table with my medibag then I’m in trouble. I check distance to the nearest a&e even when booking holidays. I let those around me know I have allergies- so they know it’s not me being fussy. I have notified my employer and my staff team so everyone knows if and why I’m unwell. Your employer has to make reasonable adjustments under the Disability/Equality Act. It’s worth getting yourself a medi bracelet and keeping an info card on your person. I do have a good social life now I feel in control of the outcome and I feel I can kind of manage the risks. I’m still waiting on clarity though.

Good luck!