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Sick note, fit note, no note?

BMJ 2008; 336 doi: https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.39542.435127.3A (Published 10 April 2008) Cite this as: BMJ 2008;336:789
  1. Martyn J F Davidson, group head
  1. 1Occupational Health, Centrica, Windsor SL4 5GD
  1. martyn.davidson{at}gmail.com

    Snashall’s description of the current sick note system as an unaudited farce demonstrates a delightful but unusual honesty.1 Working for a Healthier Tomorrow pins considerable faith on moving to a “fit note.” It is unrealistic for general practitioners to be expected not only …

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