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Romania ranks low in Europe for sick leave, with employees taking less than a day off annually. This raises questions about employee health and presenteeism, where workers continue despite illness. Factors like fear of salary loss and workplace culture contribute to this issue, impacting productivity and potentially spreading illness. Companies need to differentiate between presence and actual work capacity. A healthy organizational culture encourages employees to communicate health issues without fear of penalties. Solutions include promoting timely medical evaluations, reducing stigma around sick leave, and adapting workloads. Research shows diverse health programs can positively affect presenteeism and productivity.