Fawaz and Yang tested videoconferencing applications on major operating systems such as iOS, Android, Windows and Mac, to see if the microphones were still accessed by the apps while muted.

Working from home during the pandemic can be stressful. Many people’s personal and professional lives have suddenly blended together, which can create new challenges in their day.

Working from home can definitely have its perks — but it can also create some bad habits, like snacking throughout the day. “So, this is an increase in emotional eating, stress eating and a lot of mindless snacking.”Dr. Albers says that’s why it’s important to practice mindful eating. To help do that, she says you’ll want to remember the ‘three S’s.’First, sit down while you eat. Instead, think of location, location, location. As for snack ideas — she says oranges, pumpkin seeds and Brazil nuts are all great options.