Emailing out sick work

Here's an example email you could send to your employer to notify them that you're sick and unable to come to work:

Subject: Notification of Absence due to Illness

Dear [Manager's Name],

I am writing to inform you that I will be unable to come to work today due to illness. I am currently experiencing [briefly mention your symptoms, e.g. fever, nausea, etc.] and do not feel well enough to come into the office.

I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will do my best to catch up on any missed work as soon as I am feeling better. If there are any urgent tasks that need my attention in the meantime, please let me know and I will do my best to complete them remotely.

Thank you for your understanding and I look forward to returning to work as soon as possible.

Sincerely, [Your Name]

You could also include the following information in your email:

• A specific date or dates that you will be out of the office
• A general idea of when you expect to return to work
• Any necessary arrangements for coverage or tasks that need to be completed in your absence
• A contact method for your manager or colleagues to reach out to you if necessary

Here's an example of an email that includes this additional information:

Subject: Notification of Absence due to Illness

Dear [Manager's Name],

I am writing to inform you that I will be unable to come to work for the next [X] days due to illness. I am currently experiencing [briefly mention your symptoms, e.g. fever, nausea, etc.] and do not feel well enough to come into the office.

I expect to return to work on [specific date] and will do my best to catch up on any missed work as soon as I am feeling better. In the meantime, I have made arrangements for [name of colleague or backup] to cover my tasks and respond to any urgent emails.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to me at [your email address] or [your phone number]. I will be available by email and will respond as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and I look forward to returning to work as soon as possible.

Sincerely, [Your Name]

Remember to customize your email to fit your specific situation and needs. It's also a good idea to keep a copy of your email for your records.