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The story of Marat (name changed), an electrician from Kazakhstan, was a testament to injustice and discrimination in the workplace due to illness. The difficulties began when his health deteriorated, leading to a diagnosis of tuberculosis. However, when he returned to work after successful treatment, he was in for an unpleasant surprise.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the past two months, Marat had been experiencing severe symptoms of TB: coughing, fever, loss of appetite, and weight loss. Concerned about his condition, he went to the doctor, which eventually led to the diagnosis. After active treatment and return to work, Marat faced dismissal due to TB and denial of benefits.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intervening in the situation, the REActor and the TB lawyer advocated on Marat’s side. They visited the company, negotiated with the director, and explained the laws governing temporary disability and workers’ rights. Referring to the Government Decree and Article 55 of the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, they emphasized the unacceptability of dismissal due to TB.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of successful negotiations, Marat was reinstated at work and paid one month’s temporary disability allowance. The director pledged to avoid similar violations in the future.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This story emphasizes the need to respect workers’ rights and the inadmissibility of discrimination based on illness. Confronting such situations requires awareness of rights, strong intervention by public bodies, and an unwavering fight for labor justice. Everyone, regardless of their health, deserves respect and equality in the workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Also read:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Denial of hospitalization: story of the fight against discrimination and stigma in Kazakhstan<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eviction from a dormitory due to HIV+ status in Kazakhstan<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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