Staying home when you're under the weather isn't just best for your recovery—it's a smart move that spares your colleagues from catching your bug.
Research from the University of Arizona shows that a single sick person at work can contaminate up to half of the office's common touchpoints, including elevator buttons, telephones, handrails, door handles, and keyboards.
The risks of powering through illness
Many professionals push on despite not feeling 100%, eager to demonstrate dedication. Yet University of Arizona's Professor Kelly Reynolds emphasizes that simple measures like disinfecting gel or bactericidal wipes can effectively curb the spread of germs.
Do you keep your distance from sick coworkers?
