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Maybe it happens so much by now, they are de-sensitized to saying anything?

We are approaching cold/flu season, but if it persists beyond the times when there's something going around, it might be time to start thinking why they skip the usual courtesy.

Phalanx

I've never said bless you. I know there's a religious conotation to it, but I'm Atheist. I understand it's common courtesy, but I'd rather hand them a handkerchief or offer them a cough sweet or whatever if they are ill. If they're not ill, then things are fine.

cyberguypr

Also an atheist, so I never say it. When people say it to me I simply ignore it.

Queue

We say it here. Keep on keeping on!

tedjames

We all say it in my office. Not a big deal. One time I said "Cthulu bless you" and got some laughs.

joneno

Wow! First world problem...quitting a job because nobody told you bless you. I love America. lol

gespenstern

It's more of a cultural thing, no need to bring up religion here.

scaredoftests

I always say 'Bless you'

blargoe

Origins are religious, but in practice, saying it seems to be more cultural/regional I think. I get a "bless you" even from the most renowned areligious folks around me.

shochan

I have to say, THESE were funny!

https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Bless%20you

Qord

I guess I would wonder if it's a sign of a general lack of courtesy among employees? Or am I overthinking it?

I often say something to those I'm familiar with. Usually start with a "bless you" or a "don't die dude" if I know they don't like that bless-you stuff, move onto a "dude, you gonna make it?" or a "stop it" or something like that. Basically whatever I'd say to my kids I say to my coworkers.

Cisco Inferno

Youre not the Pope. Don't worry.

you could always prove your bi-lingual skills by saying, Salud!