The videographer, a general practitioner, reacts to criticisms from employers and Patrick Martin, head of Medef, regarding sick leave. She claims that workers do not take leave often enough for three reasons: financial waiting periods, solidarity with colleagues, and shame regarding the stigma of being "dependents". Drawing on a report from 'l'adresse', she argues that covering leave from the first day reduces the total duration of absences. She explains that short-term leave prevents the spread of communicable diseases and avoids the worsening of physical pathologies. She concludes that increasing waiting periods degrades society.