Free Short Sick Leave Email [Sample]

Learn how to write a sick leave email. Use our sample sick leave request emails as templates for your sick leave request email.

Sample 1 – sick leave email

Subject: Leave request due to shoulder pain


Dear Employer’s Name,

I am suffering with neck pain since last night. So I cannot come in the office today.

I have completed the medical leave form required and according to my contract, I am allowed to take emergency medical leave.

Thank you for your kind consideration of my request.

Sincerely,

Name of Employee
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Sample 2 – Sick Leave Email

Subject: Leave request due to neck pain

Dear Employer’s Name,

This letter is accompanying my medical leave form to inform you that I am requesting medical leave for three weeks from DATE to DATE. I will resume work on DATE. 

I have injured my neck in an automobile accident and have been requested by my doctor to take a three-week treatment. Enclosed is a copy of her instructions.

I understand that you will employ a substitute teacher to take my sixth grade class for the three weeks, and I have prepared the lessons plans that cover the classwork and extracurricular activities. 

I have also included a short description of each student to help the substitute get to know the children.

I have completed the medical leave form required by the school, and according to my contract, I am allowed to take emergency medical leave.

You or the substitute can reach me at 555-123-4567 or a Name@email.com if there are any questions of if they require any help I can give.

Thank you for your kind consideration of my request.

Sincerely,

Name of Employee
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