Sick worker says she’s too swamped to take time off: What should HR do?

Managers and supervisors find themselves in need of solid HR advice every day. How would you help them in this scenario?  

Supervisor Emma Landis walked into HR manager Stu Capper’s office, sniffling and blowing her nose. 

“Are you alright, Emma?” Stu asked. “You look like death warmed over.” 

“I know,”…