Norsk
Norwegian Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Association

Avoid sick leave if it is possible to maintain work participation despite health challenges

22. JULI 2025

Rationale:

Being employed is often beneficial for health. Norwegian authorities aim to enable more people to remain in work despite health issues. A significant portion of the working-age population in Norway receives health-related benefits such as sick leave payments, work assessment allowance, or disability benefits. International studies show that absence from work can have negative health consequences. Healthcare professionals should therefore assess whether continued work is possible despite health challenges. Can adjustments be made to support partial or full work participation? 

References:

  • https://helsedirektoratet.no/publikasjoner/arbeid-og-helse-et-tettere-samvirke
  • https://www.regjeringen.no/globalassets/upload/hod/politikertaler/hab-og-rehab.pdf