Would you call in sick?

[ScrumpyBetty]

Interested in responses. I called in sick today but I always doubt myself and wonder if I should have gone in and pushed through.

I have bad cold, sore throat, aches and shivers. I walked dog for 20 mins this morning and did school run, but otherwise have stayed in bed all day. I'm meant to be working tomorrow too, but think I will call in sick if I feel the same as today.

Would you call in sick with my symptoms? For context I have a job where I am on my feet for 7 hours a day, lots of walking/ lifting boxes/ lots of interacting with people all day. I don't get sick pay.

Thanks.

Yep! I would rest to get better and also not spread my germs about hope you are feeling better soon

See how you feel in the morning. Are you taking the usual medicines to help relieve the symptoms?

Yes. If I’d gone to work in that state, my colleagues would have sent me home. They don’t want it.

If I was struggling financially and was physically able I’d probably force myself in but otherwise no I wouldn’t.

scunner yes, have been dosing up on paracetamol and plenty of orange juice

Thanks for the replies. They have reassured me!

I wouldn't go in - some people do and they cough and sniff and spread germs - urgh! Don't get me started on that. So YANBU!

Yep. I have a tendency to fuck stuff up at work when sick. They're better off without me

I would have (have done this week) because I’m a teacher and I can’t bear setting cover.