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22.6 Million Expected Sick After Super Bowl: $3B Loss

2/11/2025

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After Super Bowl LIX, a staggering 22.6 million Americans are expected to call in sick on Monday, resulting in a $3 billion hit to businesses. This surge represents a 40% rise from last year, fueling the push for a national holiday the day after the big game, with 43% of workers backing the proposal.

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After Super Bowl LIX, a staggering 22.6 million Americans are expected to call in sick on Monday, resulting in a $3 billion hit to businesses. This surge represents a 40% rise from last year, fueling the push for a national holiday the day after the big game, with 43% of workers backing the proposal.