Told next week back to work...high anxiety

[RazzleDazzleAlone]

I am terrified to go back to work next week. I am with people who do not care about the laws and have been with others during this pandemic. I have just went through 2 surgeries because of ovarian cancer and have no vacation or sick time left to use. I am full of anxiety and fear. Is anyone else back to work? It just seems to soon...the order is until May 15th and they are bringing us back already.

[Jason_16]

It might be a little early, but in places such as my area we have not had a single new case in over two weeks and all of our previous cases have been cured. I would try and stay positive, with the trend of the coronavirus it seems as if there are less and less cases everyday and as long as you wear gloves and a mask you will be ok.

[Dolphin14]

I would think businesses would mandate adherence to the rules of reopening.

I just went back yesterday. I cleaned my area, wore my mask and gloves, maintained as much distance that I could.

Are you getting meds that suppress your immune system? Would you be eligible for disability through your company?

[Hidden]

Oh how I know that is, my own husband will not follow what is told to us not do with this pandemic. I live here with him, and he doesn’t care if I get sick. Be well, take care yourself!

[Hidden]

Hi there, I hear you and understand your anxiety. I think it healthy to feel anxiety about going back to work. I, too, am perplexed by the ability of your employer to go back in spite of the local governance (I wonder how that is possible legally). I agree with the others: the best thing you can do is to be as safe as possible if you must go back. Best of luck and remember deep breaths if you are experiencing high anxiety at work.

[No1wthayla]

Are there any provisions for being operated on in the recent past? Our state is saying that anyone with higher risk (over 65, diabetes, asthma, overweight, high blood pressure and a few others) continue to stay at home. My employer is allowing 80 hours of emergency sick leave if needed. And I can continue to stay home using vacation, personal days or sick leave (with an additional 15 days I can use now and "earn" them back when I return.

Our state is set to open certain businesses on Monday: restaurants, hair salons and barber shops, and a few others). There are still some restrictions (some dining open with 6 foot distancing, no more than 10 at a table IF you are related, 10 max people if building is less than 10,000 sq ft, 10% occupation of fire code limit if over 10,000 sq. ft., movie theaters and entertainment venues are not opening, and many other rules to follow.) Check and see what might be available to you.

[RazzleDazzleAlone]

No provisions that I know of...just a number who cares about the person.

[pink318]

Hello,

In my area, there is no announcement yet of going back to work.

Take care, practice social distancing, wear your masks and gloves. Praying for you for peace and safety. God bless.

[Minnie238]

Stay safe! Keep washing your hands and wear a mask!

[RazzleDazzleAlone]

Thank you...I am happy for the prayers!