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While we may feel cozy, experts say our new home workspace could be creating chronic back problems in the months and years to come. You may think working from home has taken the weight off your shoulders, but think again, especially if you’ve been feeling shoulder, neck and back pain. “By definition your hands are down low on the keyboard, then the screen is going to be down low too, that’s going to lead to neck flexion,” illustrated Dr. Garrigues. With steps to prevent shoulder, neck, and back problems. For every 20 minutes spent looking at a computer screen, you should spend 20 seconds looking at something else 20 feet away.

And according to a new study on studyfinds.org, many fear to use their sick days. The study showed 66% of Americans working remotely believe taking sick days for anything less severe than COVID-19 would be looked down upon by their employer. The survey revealed three out of four respondents say the bar for taking sick days has been raised. The study also showed seven in 10 people have continued to work, even while feeling ill since they started working remotely. Experts say taking proactive measures by staying hydrated, getting plenty of rest at the first sign of an illness can make a huge difference.

And, as we settle in for an even longer haul, experts say applying a few basic principles of ergonomics to any workspace can minimize strain on the body. “As people feel like they need to be in front of their screen to be accountable for work, people are sitting longer hours,” said Todd Baker, with Empowerment Ergonomics. Make sure the bend of your arms is between 90 and 115 degrees when sitting at the desk or computer. “Some people prefer to add a second monitor, both for comfort and efficiency,” said Rachel Peachman, of Consumer Reports. Experts suggest the 20-20-20 rule, which means every 20 minutes you should look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.

SAN ANTONIO – Twenty dollars an hour, an opportunity to work from home, and flexible hours was what one particular job posting offered. So when she saw the job listed on a Floresville Facebook neighborhood group page, she decided to find out more. You got the job!’” Felux said. But Felux noticed the name on the check was Liveops Company, different from the Liveops Inc. website she’d looked up. As for Felux, she nixed the job and is making it her business to warn others.

Work from home in your blanket fort! l SA Live l KSAT 12Published: April 16, 2020, 2:48 pmIf you have to work from home, might as well do it in your very own blanket fort! Watch the video to see how the SA Live cast assembled theirs.