A short illness refers to an illness that lasts for a brief period of time, usually less than seven days. It can be used to describe a situation where someone was ill but it was only for a short time. The phrase "short illness" is also used when one does not want to reveal the actual cause of death or the cause is not publicly known. It is incorrect to allege that "died after short illness" is a new phrase and is being used to cover up COVID-19 vaccines related deaths.

For students who encounter short-term medical issues, they can seek academic support if needed. They should notify their instructors if they become incapacitated because of a short-term health issue that prevents them from completing an assignment, exam, quiz, presentation, lab, or any graded work on the day they submit the form, or prevents them from attending a class where attendance is required.

If someone has a chronic illness or persistent health issue, they should contact their academic dean and inform them of the situation. The academic dean will assist them in planning how to manage this.