Assessment and feedback of the COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on physicians’ day-to-day practices: good knowledge may not predict good behavior DOI Creative Commons
Esra Nurlu Temel, Gül Ruhsar YILMAZ, Merve Büyükçelik

и другие.

Libyan Journal of Medicine, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 18(1)

Опубликована: Апрель 5, 2023

The importance of doctors' knowledge and awareness infectious diseases was felt worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic. With this study, we aimed to evaluate effect long dynamic pandemic process on resident physicians' protective behaviors for infection control in a tertiary hospital setting setting. population cross-sectional study consisted assistant physicians working at Suleyman Demirel University Faculty Medicine Training Research Hospital. A questionnaire evaluating information practices applied participants through face-to-face interviews using convenience sampling method, with an interval one year. In second year pandemic, correct use personal equipment decreased (p = 0.001). Despite continuous training, it determined that residents preferred masks high protection lower rate when they encountered patients who received oxygen support 5 lt/min above < To prevent spread as progresses, has been are less prone possible symptoms hospitalized non-COVID-19 reasons 0.013). As result, data obtained showed despite regular training death many health workers, residents' adherence prevention practices, which also protect them, significantly These valuable us good does not predict practices. Our findings show need new education system motivates them. addition, psychosocial determinants, physical mental fatigue, institutional factors contributing these results affecting individual risk perception should be recognized prevented.

Язык: Английский

GREEN SPACE EXPOSURE’S INFLUENCE ON MENTAL WELL-BEING DURING COVID-19 CAMPUS LOCKDOWNS: A SATISFACTION MEDIATING PATHWAY DOI Creative Commons

Shaoyou Zhou,

Shiqi Wang, Haonan Liu

и другие.

Journal of Environmental Engineering and Landscape Management, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 32(2), С. 128 - 142

Опубликована: Март 12, 2024

Recent research indicates that exposure to green space may have positive effects on the mental health of students, potentially mediated by factors such as environmental satisfaction and social cohesion. However, specific impact students’ during COVID-19 campus lockdowns unexplored. To investigate this relationship, a survey was conducted via media among 346 current students residing locked-down campus, assessing their well-being, satisfaction, environment subjective objective space. A structural equation model (SEM) employed examine relationships various dimensions exposure, well-being. The findings indicate has well-being indirectly through satisfaction. Additionally, could influence

Язык: Английский

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Knowledge and attitude towards home quarantine instructions and associations with history of Covid-19 infection in Malaysia DOI Creative Commons

Shea Jiun Choo,

Chee Tao Chang, Huan‐Keat Chan

и другие.

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

Опубликована: Май 14, 2024

Abstract Introduction Although COVID-19 has entered the endemic phase, individuals infected with are required to adhere home quarantine measures. By exploring public’s knowledge and attitude towards recommended measures, their readiness in containing potential outbreak can be determined. This study aimed assess public instructions association history of infections. Methods was a web-based cross-sectional conducted among Malaysia between August October 2022. All Malaysian adults over 18 years age were included. Knowledge on warning signs measured using “True,” “False,” or “I’m not sure”, while five-point Likert Scale. The questionnaire initially constructed English then translated into national language, Bahasa Malaysia. Face content validation performed. internal consistency found satisfactory. Results 1,036 respondents analyzed, comprised mostly females (743, 71.6%) (673, 64.9%). In domain, more than 80% answered 9 out 11 statements correctly. 457 (44.1%) unaware unsure about minimum distance individual’s bed from rest occupants shared bedroom. reported relatively weaker identifying uncommon deterioration, including anuria (162, 44.5%), ingestion problems (191, 52.5%), immobility (195, 53.6%). 90% correctly 8 questions. Respondents previous infections had better infection-naïve both signs. Conclusion Most good instructions, those previously showing greater awareness However, there notable lack regarding physical distancing within rooms, appropriate disinfectant use mobility limitation household. highlights gaps improved future educational campaigns.

Язык: Английский

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COVID-19 Vaccine Risk Perception and Associated Vaccine Hesitancy Among HIV-Infected People at Parirenyatwa Centre of Excellence DOI Open Access

Moreblessing Fungirayi,

Judith Rukweza, Maxwell Mhlanga

и другие.

American Journal of Nursing Science, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 13(4), С. 64 - 76

Опубликована: Июль 23, 2024

&lt;i&gt;Background:&lt;/i&gt; The impact of COVID-19 on people living with HIV (PLWH) is particularly concerning due to their existing health vulnerabilities. low uptake the vaccine and failure achieve herd immunity highlight need address hesitancy, especially in developing countries battling multiple infectious diseases. &lt;i&gt;Objective:&lt;/i&gt; This study aimed determine relationship between risk perception hesitancy among PLWH. &lt;i&gt;Materials Methods:&lt;/i&gt; An analytical cross-sectional design was used, involving 348 participants from Parirenyatwa Centre Excellence, recruited via systematic random sampling. Data collection, following ethical approval, conducted using a self-administered questionnaire. data were categorized into structure, process, outcome, analyzed SPSS version 22. &lt;i&gt;Results:&lt;/i&gt; found that 79.9% PLWH perceived taking vaccine. About 55% had moderate knowledge COVID-19, 48.4% those vaccinated completed course, 43.2% receiving two doses 7.2% only one dose. Motivations for vaccination included accessing services, travel compliance, work allowances, entry permissions. Vaccine evident 56% participants, who also unlikely recommend others. A positive correlation (r=0.159, p&lt;0.03) observed hesitancy. Barriers fear long waits, safety concerns, insufficient information. &lt;i&gt;Conclusions:&lt;/i&gt; demonstrated significant It underscores necessity tailored messages addressing specific concerns increased governmental investment awareness campaigns 75% immunity.

Язык: Английский

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“Seen, Yet Unseen”: Predictors of Problematic Pornography Use Among Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Bangladesh DOI
Md. Tanvir Hossain, Umme Salma Khan, Nusrat Jahan

и другие.

Sexual Health & Compulsivity, Год журнала: 2024, Номер unknown, С. 1 - 24

Опубликована: Сен. 2, 2024

In Bangladesh, studies explored mental health status and associated addictive behavior of students during the pandemic, but none has examined problematic pornography use (PPU) its risk factors. This study attempted to explore predictors PPU among students. Data were collected conveniently from 490 mid-2022. Findings indicate that engaged in a relationship or married (B = −5.09, p < 0.001) experienced less PPU, while bisexual homosexual 6.91, 0.009) had higher COVID-19 pandemic. It is also apparent exposure ((≥ 3 times) 4.00, 0.007), especially 7.13, 0.001), intention masturbate 5.48, 0.003) positively significantly with PPU. Surprisingly, it evident despite negative attitude toward pornography, an increase 0.39, 0.001). Hence, educators policymakers should devise effective monitoring mechanisms prevent young people accessing it, providing alternative forms entertainment, developing healthy coping strategies, engaging non-addictive physical activities as deterrent measures for refraining oneself pornography.

Язык: Английский

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Assessment and feedback of the COVID-19 pandemic’s effects on physicians’ day-to-day practices: good knowledge may not predict good behavior DOI Creative Commons
Esra Nurlu Temel, Gül Ruhsar YILMAZ, Merve Büyükçelik

и другие.

Libyan Journal of Medicine, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 18(1)

Опубликована: Апрель 5, 2023

The importance of doctors' knowledge and awareness infectious diseases was felt worldwide during the COVID-19 pandemic. With this study, we aimed to evaluate effect long dynamic pandemic process on resident physicians' protective behaviors for infection control in a tertiary hospital setting setting. population cross-sectional study consisted assistant physicians working at Suleyman Demirel University Faculty Medicine Training Research Hospital. A questionnaire evaluating information practices applied participants through face-to-face interviews using convenience sampling method, with an interval one year. In second year pandemic, correct use personal equipment decreased (p = 0.001). Despite continuous training, it determined that residents preferred masks high protection lower rate when they encountered patients who received oxygen support 5 lt/min above < To prevent spread as progresses, has been are less prone possible symptoms hospitalized non-COVID-19 reasons 0.013). As result, data obtained showed despite regular training death many health workers, residents' adherence prevention practices, which also protect them, significantly These valuable us good does not predict practices. Our findings show need new education system motivates them. addition, psychosocial determinants, physical mental fatigue, institutional factors contributing these results affecting individual risk perception should be recognized prevented.

Язык: Английский

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