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Upon request, the reasons for the inability to work shall be disclosed. In the event of any deadlines, the Employee shall point out any work requiring preferential attention.\n(2) If the inability to work lasts longer than 3 calendar days, a doctor\u2019s attestation of the existence of the inability to work as well as its anticipated duration shall be submitted not later than on the following workday. 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