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What types of injuries and illnesses are covered by Workers' Compensation?

Any injury or illness resulting from employment at the University is covered.

This includes everything from first-aid type injuries to serious accidents. Job-related illnesses are covered too.

For example, common colds and flu are not covered, but if you catch tuberculosis while working at a TB hospital, that is covered.

The key is whether the injury or illness is caused by your job.

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