Workers in Germany are now required to provide a medical note starting from their first day of sickness, as the government has removed the ability to simply call in sick. Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that sick leave rates have climbed since the COVID-19 pandemic, which has negatively impacted both the economy and productivity. Data indicates that absenteeism is costing German businesses approximately €82 billion every year.

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