A post recently shared by Instagram user @rasyidikader_ went viral before it was deleted, showing a screenshot of his leave summary in Malaysia. The summary revealed that he had used all his carry-forward leaves (5 days), medical leaves (14 days), and family care leaves (2 days), leaving only 46 days of hospitalisation leave and one annual leave remaining.
The post was captioned in a cheeky tone:
“Gen Z present, MC is a worker’s right hahaha.”
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The post sparked mixed reactions among commenters.
One commenter argued that taking medical leave is a legitimate right, noting that employees should be able to use their MCs without others being overly concerned.
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One millennial user praised his own habits, commenting that he “never take MC leaves till it got worse,”
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while another said, “Saya millennials yg MC baru pakai 3 hari tahun ni,” meaning she had only taken three medical leaves so far this year.
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However, one commenter shared a screenshot of his employee taking frequent medical leave. He showed the conversation where a staff member said she needed MC due to period cramps.
He captioned it: “Dalam sebulan 10 kali MC. Mantap pak abu. Korang rasa-rasa ni gen apa?”The phrase means, “In 1 month, 10 times MC already. Great bro. What gen you guys think this is?”
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The post led to debates about generational stereotypes, with some arguing it is unfair to blame Gen Z workers.
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The commenter then clarified that he was not specifically targeting Gen Z. He explained that the staff member was not from Gen Z and that his post was intended to raise awareness that attendance issues are not limited to younger generations.
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In Malaysia, medical leave is protected under the Employment Act 1955. Employees who misuse or falsify MC can face disciplinary actions such as warnings, salary deductions, suspension, or even dismissal, depending on company policy and the seriousness of the case.
Employers also have the right to request a medical certificate and investigate any doubts regarding its authenticity.
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The discussion around medical leave has also sparked a broader conversation about workplace culture, especially among younger workers. While some employees emphasise fully using the benefits they are entitled to, others highlight the need to balance personal needs with team responsibilities.
