Representatives from the University of Florida and Cleveland State University conducted a study that showed a strong relationship between poverty and paid sick leave.. The study was published in the journal Florida Atlantic University..

Experts analyzed the causes of poverty in the population and assessed the relationship between the lack of paid sick leave and poverty in the United States. They argue that the data shows that even after controlling for education, race, gender, marital status, and employment, working adults without paid sick leave are three times more likely to earn an income that falls below the poverty line.. In addition, people who do not have paid sickness benefits are more likely to be food insecure and need welfare services.. Today, only seven states state that employers provide paid sickness benefits..

University of Cleveland Ph.D. Patricia Stoddard Dare believes that paid sick leave is a key factor in health care accessibility and economic security, noting its importance.

Scientists urge to pay attention to this, because given the public investment in numerous social services to those in need, the provision of paid sick leave is the best solution for the state to reduce the need for these services among millions of people..

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