New policy labels people with chronic illnesses as “public charges”, raising concerns about fairness and discrimination.

A major change in the US visa process under President Donald Trump has triggered shock and criticism across the world. The new rule says that people suffering from diabetes, obesity, heart disease and several other long-term health conditions may now be denied entry into the United States.

According to the policy, applicants with such medical issues could be considered “public charges”, a category used for people who might become financially dependent on US resources. These new instructions have already been sent to American embassies and consulates worldwide.

Under the updated guidelines, visa officers must now check an applicant’s health history more closely. Along

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