Ill workers 'avoid taking time off'

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A survey of more than 1,000 adults by Benenden Healthcare showed that two-thirds had suffered with a cold in the past three months, but most had not taken any time off sick.

Workers were reluctant to stay home to recover from an illness, partly because they wanted to impress their bosses with their level of commitment, said the report.

People in the Midlands were most likely to go to work despite being ill, while Londoners were least likely, the study found.

Jill Gardiner, of Benenden Healthcare, said: "It is very concerning that people evidently feel under such pressure that they are going back to work while still ill.

"It could well be that people think taking a day off is a sign of weakness, while battling into the office shows commitment to their job.

"The reality is that it will only delay their recovery from their illness and risk infecting others. It's important people get sufficient rest and time to recuperate from illnesses, even the common cold."