Swine flu sees rise in unpaid leave

By Jessica Stanic · 18 June 2009 · Locked

Swine flu outbreak sparks unpaid leave surge

As swine flu cases rise, parents are being forced to take unpaid leave to care for their children, putting pressure on families and businesses alike. But what does this mean for the future of work and public health?

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Summary

The spread of swine flu has resulted in an increase in workers taking unpaid leave in order to care for their children.