I’VE HAD TO LIE ON THE FLOOR IN MEETINGS

or most of us, winning at work means smashing the to-do list and impressing the boss. But if you were managing, say, inflammatory bowel disease alongside a stacked iCal, your KPIs might actually rest on how well you’re able to hide your multiple bathroom breaks. Working with a chronic health condition can be a seriously tough gig with a stigma that can stall or even derail careers. According to a 2021 study in the , one in six women with endometriosis report being fired due to their condition while one in three have been passed over for a promotion. These experiences are typical among those grappling with any chronic illness, says Dr Rebecca Loudoun, an associate professor at Griffith University’s Centre for Work,