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Why Americans Can’t Call in Sick
The Omicron surge has revealed the absurdity of the U.S.’s aversion to sick leave.
Elaine Meyer is a writer who covers work, public health, and technology. Previously, she worked as a communications specialist in public health and taught English in France. She has written for outlets including Doist, Fast Company, Forbes, Huffington Post, and Pacific Standard.
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