### Question
What is the definition of serious health condition?


### Answer
The definition of **serious health condition** is as follows in *29 U.S.C. § 2611*:

> an illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition that involves—


(A) inpatient care in a hospital, hospice, or residential medical care facility

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 2611*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LEAVE**

