Pandemic fatigue? Insights from road traffic in Hong Kong during COVID-19

Area Development and Policy, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 1 - 18

Опубликована: Янв. 27, 2025

During the COVID-19 pandemic, voluntary adherence to non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) was imperative control spread of virus. The emergence pandemic fatigue, however, may militate against public compliance with these interventions. Although existing literature has examined little attention been given spatio-temporal characteristics within a city. Focusing on stay-at-home recommendation during in Hong Kong, this study employed road speed as proxy investigate fatigue. Temporally, development and concerns are investigated. Spatially, variables four categories (i.e. socioeconomic, home environment, land use COVID-related) examined. Despite same level NPIs, changes traffic were observed, indicating A positive correlation between NPIs interest 'living COVID' policy is found. areas more older people demonstrated high rate. Findings suggest that by using for potential factors both spatial temporal dimensions can be unveiled. Policy implications future health crises also discussed.

Язык: Английский

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Unraveling the Dynamics of Omicron (BA.1, BA.2, and BA.5) Waves and Emergence of the Deltacron Variant: Genomic Epidemiology of the SARS-CoV-2 Epidemic in Cyprus (Oct 2021–Oct 2022)

Viruses, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 15(9), С. 1933 - 1933

Опубликована: Сен. 15, 2023

Commencing in December 2019 with the emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), three years disease (COVID-19) pandemic have transpired. The virus has consistently demonstrated a tendency for evolutionary adaptation, resulting mutations that impact both immune evasion and transmissibility. This ongoing process led to successive waves infections. study offers comprehensive assessment spanning genetic, phylogenetic, phylodynamic, phylogeographic dimensions, focused on trajectory SARS-CoV-2 epidemic Cyprus. Based dataset comprising 4700 viral genomic sequences obtained from affected individuals between October 2021 2022, our analysis is presented. Over this timeframe, total 167 distinct lineages sublineages emerged, including variants such as Delta Omicron (1, 2, 5). Notably, during fifth wave infections, subvariants 1 gained prominence, followed by ascendancy 5 subsequent sixth wave. Additionally, (December 2021-January 2022), unique set genetic associated variant 1, dubbed "Deltacron", was identified. phenomenon initially evoked skepticism, characterized concerns primarily centered around contamination or coinfection plausible etiological contributors. These hypotheses were predominantly disseminated through unsubstantiated assertions within realms social mass media, lacking concurrent scientific evidence validate their claims. Nevertheless, exhaustive molecular analyses presented occurrences would likely lead frameshift mutation-a aberration conspicuously absent provided sequences. substantiates accuracy initial assertion while refuting potential etiologies. Comparable observations global scale dispelled doubt, eventually leading recognition Delta-Omicron community monitoring World Health Organization (WHO). As investigation delved deeper into intricate dynamics Cyprus, discernible pattern highlighting major role international connections shaping virus's local trajectory. United States Kingdom central conduits governing entry exit Moreover, notable migratory routes included nations Greece, South Korea, France, Germany, Brazil, Spain, Australia, Denmark, Sweden, Italy. empirical findings underscore spread Cyprus markedly influenced influx new, highly transmissible variants, triggering infection. elucidates new infection advent contagious notably an abundance localized spike protein. discovery decisively contradicts hitherto hypothesis seasonal fluctuations epidemiological dynamics. emphasizes importance meticulously examining genetics alongside migration patterns specific region. Past experiences also emphasize substantial viruses SARS-CoV-2, underscoring need sustained vigilance. However, pandemic's continue evolve, balanced approach caution resilience becomes paramount. ethos encourages founded informed prudence self-preservation, guided public health authorities, rather than enduring apprehension. Such empowers societies adapt progress, fostering poised confidence rooted well-founded adaptation.

Язык: Английский

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Moderating effect of work fatigue on the association between resilience and posttraumatic stress symptoms: a cross-sectional multi-country study among pharmacists during the COVID-19 pandemic

BioPsychoSocial Medicine, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 18(1)

Опубликована: Фев. 19, 2024

Abstract Introduction In the context of COVID-19 pandemic, pharmacists, despite their vital contributions, have faced significant challenges that impacted mental well-being, potentially leading to development Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms (PTSS). The aim this study was investigate role work-related fatigue as a potential moderator in relationship between pharmacists’ resilience and likelihood experiencing PTSS during pandemic. Methods A cross-sectional survey conducted online eight countries from January December 2021, including Brazil, Lebanon, Nigeria, Pakistan, Poland, Serbia, Tunisia. mediation analysis using PROCESS MACRO (an SPSS add-on) v3.4 model 1, taking work association PTSS. Results total 442 pharmacists were enrolled (mean age = 33.91 ± 10.36 years) with 59.5% them being females. results adjusted over country, gender, working contact COVID-19, patients, mandatory hours, voluntary age, household crowding index number months engaged COVID-19. interactions by physical (Beta 0.02; p .029), .040) emotional 0.03; .008) significantly associated PTSS; for low moderate levels − 0.33; < .001 Beta 0.21; .001), 0.29; 0.18; .006) 0.31; 0.17; fatigue, higher related lower levels. However, high physical/mental/emotional became non-significant. Conclusion This highlights complex resilience, pharmacists. It emphasizes need address psychological well-being crises, offering insights tailored support interventions.

Язык: Английский

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Síntomas de Burnout entre médicos y enfermeros antes, durante y después de atender pacientes con COVID-19

Revista Latino-Americana de Enfermagem, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 31

Опубликована: Ноя. 3, 2023

this study evaluated burnout symptoms among physicians and nurses before, during after COVID-19 care.

Язык: Английский

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Network analysis of pandemic fatigue symptoms in samples from five South American countries

International Journal of Social Psychiatry, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 70(3), С. 601 - 614

Опубликована: Янв. 26, 2024

Background: Pandemic fatigue generates low motivation or the ability to comply with protective behaviors mitigate spread of COVID-19. Aims: This study aimed analyze symptoms pandemic through network analysis in individuals from five South American countries. Method: A total 1,444 Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay participated were evaluated using Fatigue Scale. The networks estimated ggmModSelect estimation method a polychoric correlation matrix was used. Stability assessment performed nonparametric resampling based on case bootstrap type. For centrality, metric node strength used, whereas comparison permutation-based approach. Results: results showed that relationships between strongest demotivation dimension. Variability centrality observed among participating Finally, symptom invariant almost identical across Conclusions: is first provide information how related during COVID-19 pandemic.

Язык: Английский

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Expressions of pandemic fatigue on digital platforms: a thematic analysis of sentiment and narratives for infodemic insights

BMC Public Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Март 5, 2024

Abstract Background The infodemic accompanying the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an overwhelming amount of information, including questions, concerns and misinformation. Pandemic fatigue been identified as a concern from early in pandemic. With new ongoing health emergencies 2022, it is important understand how being discussed expressed by users on digital channels. This study aims explore report key narrative themes associated with expressions platforms. Methods paper describes collection publicly available data over 3-month period multiple online sources using Meltwater CrowdTangle platforms source Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, Pinterest, Product Reviews, Twitch, blogs & forums. A comprehensive search strategy was developed tested. total 1,484,042 social media posts were during time-period that included defined terms for fatigue. These initially sorted highest levels engagement this dataset, analysts reviewed isolate remove irrelevant content identify dominant narratives. thematic analysis carried out these narratives related expression Two researchers themes. Results six main relating fatigue, one theme counter against Data volume increased concurrent time mpox emergency announcement. Emergent showed different ways interlaced issues trust, preventative measure acceptance uptake, misinformation, overwhelmed or sustained emergencies. Conclusions express channels period. Better understanding implications information environment user’s perceptions, regarding more broadly vital identifying relevant interventions and, longer term, strengthening global architecture preparedness, prevention, readiness resilience, evidenced paper. There are clear pathways further research, incorporating additional languages reviewing periods.

Язык: Английский

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Psychological Resilience among Orang Asli Youths in Selangor during COVID-19 and Its Associated Factors

Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 31(3), С. 204 - 216

Опубликована: Июнь 27, 2024

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has affected everyone and stress-related mental health issues affect young people more than other groups, including marginalised populations. As a result of this pandemic, society is being urged to examine indigenous psychological resilience, especially among Orang Asli (OA) communities in Malaysia. Hence, study aims identify factors associated with resilience OA youths Kampung (KOA) Gombak during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Язык: Английский

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Mitigating the effect of COVID‐19 in a postemergency phase: The role of sense of community and individual resilience

Journal of Community Psychology, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 52(8), С. 1138 - 1149

Опубликована: Авг. 27, 2024

To identify and confirm patterns of relationships connecting sense community (SOC) individual resilience with psychological well-being, via the mediation coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) impacts on life domains. An online survey was conducted a sample adults (n = 650) 1 year after COVID-19 outbreak in Italy United States (April-December 2021). Utilizing Structural Equation Model, we tested model 563) to associations between SOC perceived emergency situation well-being. Results revealed that during crisis, had an influence but only by mediating effects Independently, direct The findings support importance interaction collective variables played different roles at phases pandemic. suggest for possible interventions enhance well-being crises.

Язык: Английский

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Effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the well-being of middle-aged and older Europeans

Scientific Reports, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 14(1)

Опубликована: Окт. 28, 2024

Язык: Английский

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Into the Cauldron of the Variant Soup: Insights into the Molecular Epidemiology and Transition to Endemicity of SARS-CoV-2 in Cyprus (November 2022–February 2024)

Viruses, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 16(11), С. 1686 - 1686

Опубликована: Окт. 29, 2024

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, driven by the emergence of severe acute respiratory syndrome 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has been characterized virus's ongoing evolution, leading to appearance more transmissible variants that have often triggered infection surges. In this study, we analyzed SARS-CoV-2 epidemic in Cyprus, utilizing 1627 viral sequences from infected individuals between November 2022 and February 2024. Over period, 251 distinct lineages sublineages were identified, predominantly categorized into three groups: Omicron 5, XBB, JN.1 (parental lineage BA.2.86), all which harbor S protein mutations linked enhanced transmissibility immune escape. Despite relatively low numbers new infections during lack any major waves, unlike earlier phases these demonstrated varying periods dominance, with 5 prevailing 2023, XBB March generating a wavelet December 2023 These findings suggest Cyprus reached endemicity, gradually replacing previously circulating irrespective seasonal patterns. This study highlights critical importance surveillance evolution emphasizes role preventive measures limiting virus transmission, providing valuable insights for safeguarding public health.

Язык: Английский

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