A foreign domestic helper was fired after being diagnosed with cancer, sparking public concern. The employer opposed her chemotherapy, demanded she work during sick leave, and eventually terminated her. This raises ethical and legal issues, potentially violating the Employment Ordinance and Disability Discrimination Ordinance. Employers must understand their legal responsibilities to protect workers' rights and avoid legal risks.

This article begins by discussing the scope of work for FDHs and shares the regulations that employers must comply with. Since FDHs need approval from the Immigration Department and the issuance of a work visa to work in Hong Kong, employers must also comply with the "Immigration Ordinance" and the conditions specified in the work visa. Employers must be aware of the content of these regulations, as failure to do so may result in charges for aiding or abetting FDHs in violating their visa conditions, leading to potential prosecution.