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A large number of governments in all regions of the world have recognised the need for paid sick leave although the benefit schedules vary widely. International data show that the incidence of paid sick leave is closely associated with overall economic developments. What are the patterns of paid sick leave and its incidence around the world, and how have these been affected by the recent economic crisis?
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The authors would like to thank the WHO for the financial support provided to carry out research on paid sick leave. The views expressed in this paper are those of the authors.
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Scheil-Adlung, X., Sandner, L. Evidence on paid sick leave: Observations in times of crisis. Intereconomics 45, 313–321 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10272-010-0351-6
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10272-010-0351-6