Woman in Thailand Dies After Manager Rejects Sick Leave Request
In Thailand, a heartbreaking incident has drawn attention to the critical need for fair sick leave policies in the workplace. A 30-year-old factory worker, known only as May, collapsed and died after her manager allegedly denied her request for sick leave. The Bangkok Post reported this tragic story, raising concerns about employee welfare in factories.
May worked at an electronics plant in Samut Prakan province. Doctors diagnosed her with an inflamed large intestine, which required hospitalization. From September 5 to September 9, she received treatment and spent four days in the hospital. After her discharge, May realized she needed more time to recover and took an additional two days off work. However, she still felt unwell.
On September 12, woman approached her manager, seeking ...