Flexible Sick Leave Urged Ahead of Possible Swine Flu Outbreak

The U.S. federal government is urging employers to offer flexible sick leave policies as the nation braces for a second wave of the H1N1 influenza pandemic.

HHS offered guidance to businesses on how to prevent the spread of H1N1, also known as swine flu, and to prepare for a major outbreak. They stressed allowing employees who exhibit flu symptoms to go home and to stay home until at least 24 hours have passed since their fevers subsided. They also said businesses should consider eliminating policies that require a doctor's note or other proof in order to justify a sick day and that employers should be prepared to run their operations with fewer people.

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