“Connected yet affected” working Women's health in the new normal era of work

The world has seen an unprecedented change in the working landscape during current times due to various reasons including pandemic revealed remote work practices and introduction of disruptive technologies. However, existing evidences only partially serves the characterisation of remote workers in terms of both Women at Work (WAW) and their health difficulties. Therefore, the goal of this cross-sectional study is to apprehend the impact of remote working on the health of working women. Around 446 women from Tier 1 regions of India participated in this study through questionnaire survey, extending upon the sample characteristics and specific industrial research limitations of past studies. The results indicated that although remote working served as a suitable option during the times of emergencies and health crisis, it also included certain drawbacks, specially leading to health concerns of the women performing from the comforts of their homes, with very less movement and communication to the outer world. Hence, understanding the health challenges faced by women at work will help employers create successful strategies and policies to protect workers' well-being and retain best talents of the organisation.