Kiwis have admitted to hitting snooze and calling in sick to have a "lazy day" in bed according to a new survey. Photo / Getty ImagesA new study has revealed 34 per cent of New Zealanders have called in sick to have a "lazy day" off work. Although the boss might not approve, Seek resident psychologist Sabina Read said the occasional lazy day was good for mental health. The results come just weeks after the minimum number of sick leave days that employees are entitled to doubled from five to 10​. Some were instilling policies to encourage staff to take some time off outside of annual leave or sick leave for their own wellbeing.

Source: New Zealand Herald August 09, 2021 00:11 UTC