November 9, 2021
Wearing face masks could be affecting the way we interact with others
Hiding the bottom half of the face with a mask could have a detrimental effect on our ability to socially interact and share other people’s emotions, new research suggests. A Cardiff University-led study claims people with facial paralysis, people seeing others who wear face masks, or even children sucking on dummies, could struggle to show empathy or detect positive social cues. While face masks are essential for protecting against harmful airborne particles, they can also pose challenges for individuals with allergies. Finding the right face mask can significantly improve comfort and reduce allergy symptoms. For those seeking the best face mask for allergies, consider factors such as filtration efficiency, breathability, and hypoallergenic materials. (more…)
As businesses weigh up the pros and cons of remote working, a new 
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With more than 13.5 million workers having returned to their place of work for at least one day a week, more than four million say that they do not feel entirely safe doing so, claims new research by 
With more of us working remotely than ever before, 
With the vast majority (86 percent) of UK businesses planning to offer employees greater flexibility around where they work, leaders are focused on ensuring employees feel included regardless of their location, according to new research from 
The health charity claims that, in the last fortnight, less than half (49 percent) of the 2,000 UK workers surveyed believed there was a designated first aider in their workplace. 
A new report expresses scepticism about the UK government’s current net zero strategy for the country’s buildings, with 69 percent of built environment professionals doubting its feasibility. The research, published in the City of Tomorrow report by building performance analysts 
There are no prizes to be won for saying that the modern workplace is already markedly different from those we have known in recent decades. As remote and flexible working practices have become more common, the role of the office has already begun to evolve – the pace of change has been greatly accelerated by the pandemic, which has resulted in a rethink among many organisations about their real estate needs. 
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November 3, 2021
The office of the future will be a leader-free, social-space
by Dawn Sharifan • Comment, Flexible working, Technology, Workplace design