digg_url = 'http://digg.com/apple/Steve_Jobs_taking_a_leave_of_absence_from_Apple'; CNBC and others are reporting that Apple has issued a statement saying that Steve Jobs is taking a leave of absence due to health reasons. Apparently Steve Jobs sent out a letter to Apple employees today saying that his health problems are "more complex" than he at first thought, and that he looks forward to seeing them all this summer. Steve will be around for major strategic decisions, and Tim Cook will take over the day-to-day in his absence. The full letter is below:Team,I am sure all of you saw my letter last week sharing something very personalwith the Apple
