"This is important because both the short- and long-term benefits of earned sick leave might vary by industry," said health policy expert Hannah I. Rochford, Ph.D. "For example, in industries that ...

For their study, published in Safety and Health at Work, Rochford and occupational health and safety researcher Aurora B. Le, PhD, both with the Texas A&M University School of Public Health, used ...

New evidence shows how paid sick leave may buffer stress, improve job satisfaction, and support frontline worker resilience during infectious disease crises. Study: How Paid Sick Leave Access ...

Middle-aged women who experience work-related stress have a significantly increased risk of future sick leave, a new study shows. Lack of influence and conflicts at work are clear stress factors.

Unused sick leave could be your secret weapon for an easier transition into retirement. Depending on your employer’s rules, it might boost your pension, bolster your wallet or ease you into part-time ...