Working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic, its effects on health, and recommendations: The pandemic and beyond

Purpose We provide an overview of how to work from home during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic and what measures should be taken to minimize the negative effects of working from during this time. Conclusions The COVID-19 pandemic has forced an adaptation process for the whole world and working life. One of the most adaptation measures is working from home. Working from home comes with challenges and concerns but it also has favorable aspects. Practice Implications It is crucial to develop and implement best practices for working from home to maintain a good level of productivity, achieve the right level of work and life balance and maintain a good level of physical and mental health.

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Working from home is an adaptation measure during the pandemic, which comes with challenges but also has its advantages. Developing and implementing best practices for working from home is crucial to maintain productivity, achieve work-life balance, and ensure good physical and mental health.