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sandworm101yesterday at 1:56 PM1 replyview on HN

These are 50yos, not elderly retirees. What if knowing caused your employer to deny you a promotion? Im in the military. This sort of diagnosis on one's file could have real impact on future prospects. People already fear ADHD tests for the same reason. I know a guy who is leaving the military after 20+ years flying transports. He is applying to airlines. If you were an airline, would you higher an experienced pilot with a positive alzheimer's diagnois in thier medical data?


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stvltvsyesterday at 3:09 PM

An argument for a robust social safety net for when a diagnosis threatens your career in a safety-critical field.