(Photo by Edward Jenner via Pexels) By Talker

The days of “pushing through” an illness are over, as nearly a third of Americans say they’d rather you didn’t show up to work if you’re feeling sick.

That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 people, which examined approaches to cold and flu and the evolving etiquette around rest and recovery.

Thirty-one percent said there’s no longer a badge of honor or admirable quality to people showing up to work ill, coughing or “powering through.” Just a quarter of Americans (25%) strongly believe it would impress bosses or superiors.

The survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Zipfizz also found that while 21% of people have attended work or a social gathering when ill in the last 12 months, the vast majority (86%) feel concerned about

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