Originally Posted by Ariana:
My husband makes 9X what I make but he does get sick days and personal days. He also covers for me if I need him. I don't know if this is an American thing but don't your jobs offer sick days down there?!!
I don't think anyone is a hero for NOT taking sick days!! I think if you're sick and they're alotted in your contract then by golly take them 
Yes, there are sick days and many people receive them. Thats what I've never understood about people panicing if you are sick. That is why there are sick days.
It varies company to company but they are there. Some places you build up sick time, some you just get so many a year. Alot of people also get personal days and can use them if they aren't feeling well also. Its just crazy when people say they can't use their sick time.