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Ever gone to work when you were sick? Research shows you aren’t alone
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by Victoria Stokes
09th Nov 2023
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Two in three women are working when they should be off sick, according to new research as Dr Sumi Dunne warns of damaging ‘post-viral fatigue’
As I write this I’m dosed with a nasty head cold. I’m propped up in bed with a supply of Lemsip and tissues, and my laptop balanced on my knees. It’s got an array of open tabs and text-filled Google Docs, the same as it does most days. I know what you’re thinking. I should probably be sleeping or at the very least indulging in a Netflix marathon while feeling sorry for myself, but I’m...
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