I’ve tried to avoid this thread but need to say a little something....we all trust our CO-workers to do our jobs, espically our brother/sister Pilots. Be it going short haul or long haul, we were all trained and continue to be re-educated about fatigue, fitness for duty etc. We are professionals, and some of the best of the best. Please take that into account.
Holiday seasons mean being around LOTS of family and friends, as our younger/reserve pilots are hired and move up, remember they are most likely around younger kids, working spouses, outside work/activities etc. not to mention colder weather and the sickness that accompanies that. All of it means higher likelihood of sickness.
Please respect the fact that professionals do the right thing for themselves, their families, coworkers and their families, the profession, and passengers.