What do you think are the three most common health problems nowadays?
- have a fever朴则，have a temperature废亭，headache彼棍，stomachache超燃，cold莲蜘，hurt myself
- allergies支示，
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.
