What counts as a serious health condition for FMLA?

A "serious health condition" under FMLA includes: **Automatic Qualifiers:** - Inpatient care (overnight hospital stay) - Pregnancy and prenatal care - Chronic conditions requiring periodic treatment (diabetes, asthma, epilepsy) - Permanent or long-term conditions (Alzheimer's, terminal illness) - Conditions requiring multiple treatments (chemotherapy, dialysis, physical therapy) **Conditions Requiring Continuing Treatment:** Must involve BOTH: 1. Incapacity for more than 3 consecutive calendar days 2. Two or more treatments by healthcare provider, OR one treatment plus continuing regimen **Examples That Typically Qualify:** - Cancer treatment - Severe back conditions requiring therapy - Serious injuries from accidents - Mental health conditions (severe anxiety, depression) - Recovery from surgery - Pregnancy complications **Examples That Typically Do NOT Qualify:** - Common cold or flu (unless complications) - Routine dental work - Headaches (unless migraines with complications) - Minor injuries - Cosmetic procedures Your healthcare provider certifies whether your condition qualifies.