There are a variety of reasons why an employee may take sick leave. Some employees may need to take time off for medical appointments or to recover from an illness or injury. Others may need time off for family obligations related to caring for a sick loved one. Employees may also need to take sick leave for other reasons, such as absences caused by domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Employers should work with their employees to ensure they have access to the appropriate leave. This may include providing paid, unpaid, or other types of leave that can be used for illness-related absences.