[FES0844]

While they’re at it, they should go after the doctors that put people out on disability or workers comp when there’s not a thing wrong with them.

[Lonesome in Massachussets]

In this instance, they had doctors on Utube issuing prima facie fraudulent sick notes. But I agree, the idea is the same, slam 'em. A lot of times, the patient will "present" difficult to refute symptoms, like back pain, to the doctor and the doctor has little choice but to sign off.

I think teachers who called in sick but are taped at the demonstration that same day should face sanctions. On rare occassions you might not feel well enough to work, but you can schlep over to the drug store to get a prescription or the grocery store for chicken soup. But attend a ralley?