Long COVID in BC: Sick Notes and Workplace Accommodation
Long COVID affects thousands of British Columbians. Learn about your rights to sick notes and workplace accommodation for ongoing symptoms.
## Long COVID in British Columbia
Long COVID affects thousands who continue experiencing symptoms weeks or months after initial infection: fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, difficulty concentrating.
## Is Long COVID a Disability in BC?
Yes. Long COVID is recognized as a disability under the BC Human Rights Code when it substantially limits daily activities.
## Sick Notes for Long COVID
- Initial recovery period
- Flare-ups preventing work
- Medical appointments
- Days when brain fog makes work impossible
## Accommodation Options
- Reduced hours or part-time schedule
- Flexible start times
- Remote work to conserve energy
- Additional breaks
- Modified cognitive demands
- Gradual return-to-work plans
## Getting Documentation
MedLetter's CPSBC-registered physicians provide both sick notes and accommodation letters for Long COVID same day.