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They disclosed my HIV status. Can I sue?

Medic handling HIV test kit. [Photo: Courtesy]

I recently attended an interview which I passed and was requested to undergo an HIV and Aids test before I sign the contract. However, to my surprise, after starting work, I realised that the Human Resource department may have disclosed my status (HIV positive) to some employees. Now that my private status was shared without my consent, does the law protect me in any way?

Ciku, Nairobi

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