New to the boards and I am someone who suffers from Thyroid Disease. Yes, I am interested in joing the CF, Navy specifically but my hypothyroid function may limit those chances. In my research, I found this:
http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/about-policies-standards-medical-occupations/endocrine-disorders-diseases.page?
May be of help to those looking to get on and have thyroid dysfunction. It appears to be a show stopper.
We also have this list of assorted limitations, diseases and issues that can also be show stoppers:
http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/about-policies-standards-medical-occupations/selected-medical-conditions.page
If this has already been posted, please disregard or remove. In the interest of those pursuing the dream.....it may be of benefit and should bring things into perspective as to what is and is not acceptable with regards to medical standards when applying to the CF.
Regards...
http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/about-policies-standards-medical-occupations/endocrine-disorders-diseases.page?
May be of help to those looking to get on and have thyroid dysfunction. It appears to be a show stopper.
We also have this list of assorted limitations, diseases and issues that can also be show stoppers:
http://www.forces.gc.ca/en/about-policies-standards-medical-occupations/selected-medical-conditions.page
If this has already been posted, please disregard or remove. In the interest of those pursuing the dream.....it may be of benefit and should bring things into perspective as to what is and is not acceptable with regards to medical standards when applying to the CF.
Regards...