Inter_Calling in sick

What do you think are the three most common health problems nowadays?

• have a fever，have a temperature，headache，stomachache，cold，hurt myself
• allergies，

What would you say to your boss if you felt too sick to work?

Ask

• I have a bad cold. Are you sick again?
• If you don't feel better. (If it doesn't get better.)
• I need some free time this afternoon. You need to see a doctor.
• I have a stomachache.
• I can't go to work. (I can't come in for work.)
• I ate a lot of seafood yesterday. And I have been vomitting since last night.
• Would you mind if I take tomorrow off? Mr. Smith.
• Can I have the day off tomorrow?
• Janet, let's get to the point. Do you want the afternoon off?
• He went to the office to ask for leave.

How might you respond to someone who's calling in sick?

Respond

• What can I do for you?
• Hope to get better soon.
• Come back anytime
• Is there anything I can do for you?
• I hope you feel better.
• Don't worry about your work.
• Oh, That's horrible!
• You'd better Drink more water. And have a good sleep.
• Work is secondary. Health is the most important thing

You colleague is sick. Which of the responses show sympathy?Which show you suspect they are lying?

• Stop complaining and get to work!
• I'm sorry to hear that.
• Do you ever feel good?
• You're always sick!
• Well, be sure to get some rest.
• Is there anything I can do for you?

Final task

• How long have you been ill
• You always say you're sick.
• Isn't that a problem.
• Our company has cold medicine

• I have never been call in sick. If I had cancer, I would ask for leave.