Nearly 75% of pregnant women take sick leave from work at some point during their pregnancy, according to a new survey of 2,918 pregnant women conducted by Stavanger University Hospital in Norway.
Pregnant Women Avail an Average of Eight Weeks Sick Leave
More than three quarters of pregnant women take an average of eight weeks sick leave from their work, according to a new study.
More than three quarters of pregnant women take an average of eight weeks sick leave from their work, according to a new study.
'While past medical history and socioeconomic conditions can influence the occurrence and length of time taken off as sick leave, women's working situations during pregnancy were significant contributors to our findings. This study shows a clear link between working conditions and the duration of sick leave, which highlights the potential benefits for employers to have a support system in place,’ researchers said.
Anxiety Ups Sick Leave Risk: Study
In a recent study it was found that mental disorders trigger long-term sick leave.
In a recent study it was found that mental disorders trigger long-term sick leave.
'Fake' Sick Leaves by Employees? Accuse the Boss!
Apart from ill health obliging employees to take sick leaves, bosses also trigger similar compulsion, reveals a new study.
Apart from ill health obliging employees to take sick leaves, bosses also trigger similar compulsion, reveals a new study.
Are You Really Sick When You Take Sick Leave?
Absenteeism is serious as it affects productivity, and the loss due to absenteeism is very dear, estimated at £32billion annually.
Absenteeism is serious as it affects productivity, and the loss due to absenteeism is very dear, estimated at £32billion annually.
