Tag: Working while sick

Studies show that **presenteeism**—being at work while sick—can cost companies more in lost productivity than taking a sick day. Deciding if it's smart to go to work with a cold involves weighing your personal recovery against the health of your colleagues and your own overall effectiveness.

According to a 2023 survey, nearly 90% of US employees admitted to working while sick, a phenomenon known as presenteeism. When your head is stuffed up, and you're feeling unwell, knowing whether you should work with congestion or take a sick day is a common but crucial health decision.