The WHO has declared the end of pandemic phase of COVID‐19: Way to come back in the normal life

Health Science Reports, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 6(9)

Опубликована: Сен. 1, 2023

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in significant global mortality and morbidity affecting millions of lives. As healthcare authorities worldwide are still paying substantial attention to COVID-19, other diseases continue cause more deaths than COVID-19. decreasing number COVID-19 cases indicates that the is close end. For effective management, facilities have established units testing facilities, instituting infection prevention control measures, employing telehealth services. Healthcare professionals identified some promising treatments for COVID-19; also, mass vaccinations improved patient outcomes. Instead as a pandemic, it time pay lessen their impact on public health. Therefore, World Health Organization (WHO) declared end phase considering current situation our preparedness, past experience, long social economic life May 5, 2023. In this article, we briefly discussed present challenges due necessary precautions, future directions return before

Язык: Английский

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The WHO declares COVID-19 is no longer a public health emergency of international concern: benefits, challenges, and necessary precautions to come back to normal life

International Journal of Surgery, Год журнала: 2023, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Май 24, 2023

Sarker, Rapty; Roknuzzaman, A.S.M.; Hossain, Md. Jamal; Bhuiyan, Mohiuddin Ahmed; Islam, Rabiul Author Information

Язык: Английский

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COVID‐19 vaccination success in Bangladesh: Key strategies were prompt response, early drives for vaccines, and effective awareness campaigns

Health Science Reports, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 6(5)

Опубликована: Май 1, 2023

Abstract Bangladesh is located in Southeast Asia that has a high population density. It lower‐middle‐income country. The COVID‐19 pandemic severely impacted the nation slowed its economic growth. halted major industries, crippling nation's economy. students were uncertain after declaration of school closures. Hospitals could not treat other patients properly due to vast health burden COVID‐19. put up solid fight during as Prompt action, early vaccination drives, effective awareness campaigns, and widespread public involvement have enabled bring more than 90% into coverage. was possible by diplomatic local strategy implemented Bangladeshi government, country's extensive prior experience, long history achieving success rate campaigns. able flatten curve sooner developed countries. Therefore, cogs everyday social life economy begin turn once more. used combat through policy calling on experience potential serve model for low‐ middle‐income countries an example nations.

Язык: Английский

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Internet addiction and loneliness among school-going adolescents in Bangladesh in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: Findings from a cross-sectional study

Heliyon, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 9(2), С. e13340 - e13340

Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2023

Internet addiction (IA) by children and adolescents is a concern for parents. The intensity of this problem has increased in the context COVID-19 pandemic across world. Here we aimed to evaluate internet usage patterns, use, mental health among Bangladeshi school-going during pandemic. We conducted cross-sectional study 502 adolescents. Pre-structured questionnaire was used collect information related demographics pattern. assessed prevalence IA loneliness using test (IAT) scale UCLA-3 scale. were 88.25% 72.51%, respectively. Individuals with English-medium education, higher classes, high economic status, mobile connection, online gaming habits, living without family showed significantly levels IA. Moreover, proportion observed individuals financial conditions, who watch movies on internet. present findings suggest strong association between demographics, IA, These results would have practical inferences clinical psychology, psychotherapy, fields. Based finding, healthcare authorities professionals can develop an inclusive interventional approach suffer from disorders.

Язык: Английский

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Prevalence and associated risk factors for mental health problems among female university students during COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional study findings from Dhaka, Bangladesh

Heliyon, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 8(10), С. e10890 - e10890

Опубликована: Окт. 1, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has tremendously affected the physical and mental health of people at all levels worldwide. present study aimed to evaluate prevalence contributing factors for problems among female university students in urban area Bangladesh. We conducted this online cross-sectional 451 students. Here we assessed symptomatic common participants. rate loneliness, anxiety, depressive symptoms Bangladesh was 55.88%, 69.18%, 45.23%, respectively. Also, noticed that mild, moderate, severe generalized depression were 36.90%, 40.48%, 22.62%; 48.08%, 22.44%, 29.48%; 37.31%, 26.87%, 35.52%; According results, marital status, financial condition, education level, family structure (nuclear/joint) are potential living Dhaka, severely impacted academic performance emotional well-being closure classes a long time responsible poor Promoting good become vital public concern during ongoing pandemic. Female residing areas more prone developing any crisis. Therefore, healthcare authorities should promote after Keeping touch with support them psychologically mentally is crucial promoting their health.

Язык: Английский

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Risk evaluation and mitigation strategies for newly detected SARS‐CoV‐2 Omicron BF.7 subvariant: A brief report

Health Science Reports, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 6(3)

Опубликована: Март 1, 2023

Abstract Mutations of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS‐CoV‐2) are always going on. The pathogenic characteristics a virus influenced by mutations in viral genome. Therefore, recently identified Omicron BF.7 subvariant might harm humans. Here we aimed to evaluate potential risks this newly detected variant and identify possible mitigation strategies. frequent mutation associated with SARS‐CoV‐2 makes it more concerning compared other viruses. has unique changes structural amino acid. Thus, subvariants different from variants terms spread, disease severity, vaccine neutralization capacity, immunity evade. Moreover, is an offspring BA.4 BA.5. Similar S glycoprotein sequences present among BF.7, BA.4, There change R346T gene receptor binding site than subvariants. This created limitation current monoclonal antibody therapy. mutated since emerged, improving transmission as well evasion. healthcare authorities should pay attention Omicron. recent upsurge may create havoc all sudden. Scientists researchers across world monitor nature variants. Also, they find ways fight circulatory any future mutations.

Язык: Английский

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Prevalence and associated factors for elevated fear and depressive symptoms among the private service holders in Bangladesh during the Covid‐19 pandemic: A cross‐sectional study

Health Science Reports, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 5(5)

Опубликована: Авг. 23, 2022

Abstract Background and Aims The ongoing public health emergency has created incredible fear of getting the infection a terrible psychological burden among all levels. pandemic severely affected private job holders' economic status lifestyle factors in Bangladesh. Here we aimed to assess depressive symptoms holders Bangladesh during Covid‐19 associated risk factors. Methods We conducted this online cross‐sectional survey between January 15, 2021, March 510 aged above 18 years. followed convenience sampling method for data collection. assessed sociodemographic two psychometric parameters. applied Fear Scale Patient Health Questionnaire‐9 increased symptoms, respectively. Chi‐square test, independent sample t‐test, binary logistic regression analysis were performed analysis. Results prevalence 86.27% 42.16%, Factors with COVID‐19 class, obesity, on‐time salary, company's downsizing policy, salary reduction, home office, transportation facilities. However, marital status, education level, residence area, organizational practice safety rules, company performance, insurance, downsizing, reduction organization type, transportation, mental support at work. present study also noticed some interrelations issues. Conclusion Based on findings, recommend actionable items improve due pandemic. Authorities can develop programs efficient response systems. policymakers regulatory bodies might take initiatives promote sector

Язык: Английский

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Paradigm shifting of education system during COVID-19 pandemic: A qualitative study on education components

Heliyon, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 8(12), С. e11927 - e11927

Опубликована: Ноя. 30, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a far-reaching effect on the education system, leading to some changes in conventional system. Educational institutions are adopting alternative methods adapt changed situation. purpose of this study is explore that have taken place system due A qualitative phenomenological approach been used conduct study. To get complete picture shifting paradigm two interview such as In-depth Interviews (IDI), Key Informant (KII) adopted. were from 15 respondents. purposive sampling technique reach target sample. semi-structured questionnaire developed collect necessary data. findings showed led various components Curriculum, syllabus, assessment method, teaching learning etc., elements offline online. use online-based materials increasing. curriculum made more flexible with compressed and shortened syllabus suit students under unforeseen circumstances. Faculty should promote online groups so those can assist providing additional support throughout specific courses. policy be by Bangladesh government

Язык: Английский

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Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Disaster Risk and Emergency Health Management: A Critical Appraisal on Environmental Health

Environmental Health Insights, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 17

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2023

The risk evaluation of natural disasters is an obstacle to ensuring healthcare services during catastrophic events worldwide. Therefore, timely and appropriate environmental health essential. In this study, we incorporated the information from databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus. We performed study explore feasibility using artificial intelligence (AI) in disaster emergency management. Natural have some phenomenon that bound happen. So, can use AI inform authorities about risks medical recent innovations technology created novel opportunities for improving across world. would be backbone fourth industrial revolution because are entering AI-based world decade. suggest consider positive aspect minimize disastrous outcomes any events.

Язык: Английский

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Effective depression detection and interpretation: Integrating machine learning, deep learning, language models, and explainable AI

Array, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 100375 - 100375

Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2025

Язык: Английский

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