This is quite common I am sure. At 61, I don't know that I have ever called out for physical illness----very rarely spoken to about time, never a big issue----remember that mental health is just as important as physical health to being able to work/function. (of course when I called out I had 'gi issues', etc....or was fortunate enough to work in a place that did not ask) Just try to spread it out. (I actually have know people to call out with "panic attack", I thought that brave)---Have also been in the position of the one who had to be called by the call-outers---I always just said "Thank you for calling, get well."---I believe staffing is the facility/workplace responsibility; I never wanted anyone to feel bad calling in. If it became too often, I would talk with the person, see if there was some way to help or not. (I came to dislike schedulers who were judgmental, questioning...blaming) We each have our jobs. And, at least in the US, I don't think any of us get enough time off.