> I'm assuming you're suggesting he just hide behind fictitious ones? I don't think "I'm not comfortable returning to the office for health reasons" implies an

> I'm assuming you're suggesting he just hide behind fictitious ones? I don't think "I'm not comfortable returning to the office for health reasons" implies any medical condition beyond being afraid to get covid. Which ought to be reason enough, if there's no particular downside to allowing OP to continue working remotely. And if there is a downside, it'd be good if OP and their employer discussed it.