“The hope is that if they throw enough anti-abortion language at the wall something is going to stick,” said Sarah Lipton-Lubet, vice president at the National Partnership for Women & Families. “It’s a dubious strategy. It’s an affront to women.”
If You’re Sick, Stay Away From Work. If You Can’t, Here Is What Doctors Advise. – The New York Times
It’s clear on which side doctors come down: They say workers with the flu or a cold should use sick days far more often than they do. Though millions of Americans don’t get paid time off when they’re sick, those who do have the option often don’t take it.
If You’re Sick, Stay Away From Work. If You Can’t, Here Is What Doctors Advise. – New York Times – The New York Times
“For people who are living paycheck to paycheck or have significant debt, the risks of staying home and losing pay or potentially losing their job are far too great,” said Vicki Shabo, vice president for workplace policies and strategies at the National Partnership for Women & Families.
Task force chairwomen’s view: Duluth workers need paid sick, safe days – Duluth News Tribune
Whether the employee is a college student trying to pay rent or a single parent dealing with a child with the flu, sickness and domestic violence don’t only affect those with full-time employment.
Chosen Family Should Be Included in Paid Leave Policy. We Already Know It Could Work. – Slate
[I]n the United States, whether you have the time and financial support for caregiving too often depends on whether you happen to work for a company that offers paid sick days or paid family and medical leave. It likely also depends on whether lawmakers or your human resources department decide your loved one counts as “family.”
Considering a national paid leave policy – The Hill
As two professors focused on the intersections of work, adult health and development at Boston College and the University of Denver, respectively, we have looked carefully at the ample evidence demonstrating the need for workplaces that value and respect caregiving.
New York City institutes paid ‘safe leave’ for domestic violence – The Ladders
For survivors of domestic violence, maintaining your economic independence and financial security can be key to escaping your abuser and protecting your family.
Letter to the editor: Paid sick leave for all would keep everyone healthy – Press Herald
Those of us who have paid sick time at our jobs take for granted that we can afford to go to the doctor for preventive care, or stay home when we’re contagious.
City council president: Why I’m bringing my baby to work – CNN
When I gave birth to my second child three months ago – in the heat of summer and a re-election campaign – I found myself in a situation that women across the country face. I needed to go back to work, but many childcare centers won’t accept babies until they’re at least three months old.
So-Called ‘Workflex’ Bill is a ‘Poorly Disguised Attempt to Take Away Guaranteed Sick Days,’ Women’s Leader Says
Statement of Debra L. Ness, President, National Partnership for Women & Families
Cost of breast cancer burdensome for many patients – Baltimore Sun
[Roberta] Woodard burned up all of her sick leave early in her treatment, which meant she didn’t get paid when she missed work for chemotherapy treatments or doctor’s appointments.
Austin considers requiring private companies to provide paid sick leave – KXAN News
“Working families should not decide between paying their rent or being able to take care of themselves or their families,” said Ana Gonzalez, an advocate at the Workers Defense Project.
More Than 100 Aging and Work Experts Call on Congress to Address the Nation’s Caregiving Crisis With a Strong Paid Leave Plan
For National Family Caregivers Month, 113 of the nation’s leading researchers on aging, work and family issues sent a first-of-its-kind letter to Congress today urging lawmakers to address rapidly growing demand for care by establishing a national paid family...
100 Aging, Work Experts Call on Congress to Address Caregiving Crisis with Strong Paid Leave Plan – PR Newswire – PR Newswire
“We applaud the signers of this letter for pushing for a paid leave plan that addresses the full range of care needs people face,” said Debra L. Ness, president of the National Partnership for Women & Families. “The FAMILY Act is the only paid leave proposal before Congress that would provide protections for workers and families at all stages of life.”
Cancer Patients Should Not Have to Choose Between Treatment and Work – TIME
[A]t a time when people are struggling to survive, too many are also trying to keep food on the table, make it through the workday and keep face in order to keep their job.
Find Out How Much It Costs to Give Birth in Every State – Money Magazine – TIME
While having a child is a momentous event for the parents, from a medical point of view it’s usually very routine, says Carol Sakala, director of Childbirth Connection Programs at the National Partnership for Women & Families. “It’s mostly healthy moms and healthy babies, so these costs are pretty shocking from that point of view,” Sakala says.
The Neuroscience of Paid Parental Leave – Scientific American
Paid parental leave (for both parents) is associated with decreased infant mortality, less postpartum depression, more breastfeeding, more follow-up doctor appointments and more involved dads—all things that promote healthy brain development.
New York state tackles paid family leave – CNBC
Plans similar to what UncommonGoods is offering will be statewide in the near future because on January 1, all New York state businesses, no matter how small, will be required to provide what’s being hailed as one of the most progressive paid leave policies in the nation.
My Turn: With paid family leave, everybody wins – Concord Monitor
In New Hampshire, 82 percent support implementing a paid family leave program and are willing to pay costs prorated on individual weekly wages.
Task force recommends sick and safe time ordinance – Duluth News Tribune
Whenever the Duluth City Council (Minn.) decides to hear it, the city’s earned sick and safe time task force is going to recommend “an ordinance be enacted requiring employers with more than five employees in Duluth provide earned sick and safe leave to all employees.”
