scholarly journals Knowledge of Swine Flu among Health Care Workers and General Population of Haryana, India during 2009 Pandemic

2010 ◽  
pp. 614-617 ◽  
Author(s):  
Naresh Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
General Population ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Swine Flu ◽  
Care Workers

FACTS, MYTHS AND INFODEMICS IN COVID-19 IN HEALTH CARE WORKERS AND GENERAL POPULATION: AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY.

2021 ◽  
pp. 49-52
Author(s):  
Shrivastava P ◽  
Verma S ◽  
Khushboo Khushboo ◽  
Bhattacharya P K
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Social Media ◽  
General Population ◽  
Mass Media ◽  
Observational Study ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
The Public ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Health Related

Despite the ubiquity of health-related communications via social media, no consensus has emerged what information should be conveyed and how it should be conveyed to avoid creating panic among general population. With lockdowns social media, mass media became as a habit by people for news, information regarding COVID-19 and it is practiced even after lockdown. During the COVID-19 pandemic, mass media, social media and local news has become as the source of a toxic “infodemic” source for public. It contained both solicited and unsolicited advice. No conceptual model exists for examining the roles of media. It is important to rst assess the important mis-information, role of infodemics and prevalent casualness among the public regarding the COVID-19. Till mass vaccination is not commenced it is prudent to emphasize guidelines and practices as per COVID guidelines like social distancing, wearing mask, hand hygiene

scholarly journals Effectiveness of health care workers and peer engagement in promoting access to health services among population at higher risk for HIV in Tanzania (KPHEALTH): study protocol for a quasi experimental trial

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Elia John Mmbaga ◽  
Germana Henry Leyna ◽  
Melkizedeck Thomas Leshabari ◽  
Britt Tersbøl ◽  
Theis Lange ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
General Population ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Infection Rates ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Peer Engagement ◽  
Improve Access

Abstract Background While there are indications of declining HIV infection rates in the general population globally, Tanzania included, men who have sex with men (MSM), female sex workers (FSW) and people who inject drugs (PWID), now called Key Populations (KP) for HIV epidemic have 2–20 times higher infections rates and contributes up to 30% of new HIV infection. Tanzania have developed a Comprehensive Guideline for HIV prevention among key population (CHIP) to address the epidemic among KPs. However, these populations are stigmatized and discriminated calling for innovative approaches to improve access to CHIP. This project seeks to test the effectiveness of healthcare workers and peer-to-peer engagement in promoting access to CHIP among HIV at risk populations in Tanzania. Methods A quasi-experimental design involving Dar es Salaam City as an intervention region and Tanga as a control region will be done. Using respondent driven sampling, 1800 at risk population (900 from Intervention site and 900 from control site) will be recruited at baseline to identify pull and push factors for health services access. Stakeholder’s consultation will be done to improve training contents for CHIP among health care workers and peers. Effectiveness of healthcare workers training and peer engagement will be tested using a quasi-experimental design. Discussion The results are expected to co-create service provision and improve access to services among KPs as a human right, reverse HIV infection rates among KPs and the general population, and improve social and economic wellbeing of Tanzanian. Trial registration Retrospectively registered on 28th August, 2019 with International Standard Randomized Clinical Trial Number (ISRCTN11126469).

scholarly journals Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Mental Health of the General Population, Students, and Health Care Workers: A Review

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sabina Sankhi ◽  
Nirmal Raj Marasine
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Care ◽  
General Population ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Psychological Reactions ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Lower Socioeconomic ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
The Impact

Background: The COVID-19 among humans is spreading heavily and is largely impacting the mental health of the general population, students, and health care workers worldwide. Hence, this review aims to summarize the literatures addressing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of the general population, students, and health care workers. Methods: Published articles concerning mental health of the general population, students, and health care workers related to the COVID-19 outbreak have been considered and reviewed. Results and Discussion: Mental health symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression are common psychological reactions to the COVID-19 pandemic in the general population, students, and health care workers. This collectively influences daily behavior, economy, prevention strategies and decision making from policy makers and health organizations, weakening the strategies of COVID-19 control leading to more morbidity and mental health needs at the global level. Conclusion: There is a need for more evidence-based research from other affected countries, particularly in vulnerable populations such as children and adolescents, people of lower socioeconomic status, and those residing in rural areas, so that valid strategies can be developed and COVID-19 and outbreaks of similar types in the near future can be prevented.

scholarly journals Impact of Covid on Mental Status of Health Care Workers and in General Population

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (8) ◽  
pp. 165-168
Author(s):  
Avineet Kaur ◽  
Shalika , ◽  
Gaganpreet Singh ◽  
Jaskaran Singh ◽  
Ravneet Kaur Bhangu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
General Population ◽  
Mental Status ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Care Workers

scholarly journals Occupational Allergic Diseases in Kitchen and Health Care Workers: An Underestimated Health Issue

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ugur Bilge ◽  
Ilhami Unluoglu ◽  
Nazan Son ◽  
Ahmet Keskin ◽  
Yasemin Korkut ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
General Population ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Health Issue ◽  
Upper Respiratory Tract ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
The Past ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Upper Respiratory ◽  
Tract Infections

Objective. This study evaluated the frequencies of allergic symptoms and rate of upper respiratory infections during the past year in the general population, kitchen workers (KW) and health care workers (HCW).Methods. The European Community Respiratory Health Survey (ECRHS) was used to inquire retrospectively about asthma and asthma-like symptoms and the number of treatments required for previous upper respiratory tract infections (URTI: acute pharyngitis, acute sinusitis, etc.) during the past year for health care workers, kitchen workers, and members of the general population. Adjusted odds ratios by gender, age, and smoking status were calculated.Results. 579 subjects (186 from the general population, 205 KW, and 188 HCW; 263 females, 316 males) participated in the study. Noninfectious (allergic) rhinitis was significantly higher in the HCW and KW groups than in the general population (P<0.001). Cumulative asthma was significantly higher only in the HCW group (P<0.05). In addition, the HCW and KW groups had significantly higher risks of ≥2/year URTI (OR: 1.59, 95% CI: 1.07–2.38 versus OR: 1.57, 95% CI: 1.05–2.38) than the general population.Conclusion. Occupational allergic respiratory diseases are an important and growing health issue. Health care providers should become familiar with workplace environments and environmental causes of occupational rhinitis and asthma.

scholarly journals Prevalence of IgM and IgG antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in health care workers at a tertiary care New York hospital during the Spring COVID-19 surge

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Lillian R. Talbot ◽  
Jamie L. Romeiser ◽  
Eric D. Spitzer ◽  
Tong J. Gan ◽  
Sunitha M. Singh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
New York ◽  
General Population ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
New York State ◽  
Igg Antibodies ◽  
Antibody Testing ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Care Workers

Abstract Background Health care workers (HCW) such as anesthesiologists, surgeons, and intensivists face high rates of exposure to SARS-CoV-2 through direct contact with COVID-19 patients. While there are initial reports of the prevalence of COVID-19 antibodies among the general population, there are few reports comparing the seroprevalence of IgM/IgG COVID-19 antibodies in HCW of different exposure levels as well as different HCW professions. Methods A convenience sample of health care workers provided blood for COVID-19 antibody testing and a review of medical history and work exposure for correlative analyses. Results Overall, 474 HCW were enrolled in April 2020 including 102 front-line physicians (e.g., anesthesiologists, surgeons, intensivists, emergency medicine), 91 other physicians, 135 nurses, 134 other clinical staff, and 12 non-clinical HCW. The prevalence of IgM or IgG antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 was 16.9% (95% CI 13.6–20.6) (80/474). The proportion of positive antibodies in the PCR + group was significantly higher than health care workers without symptoms (84.6% [95% CI 54.6–98.1] vs. 12.3% [95% CI 8.5–17.2], p < 0.001). No significant differences in proportions of COVID-19 antibodies were observed among the different exposure groups (e.g., high vs minimal/no exposure) and among the different HCW professionals. Conclusions Despite exposure to COVID-19 patients, the prevalence of antibodies in our HCW was similar to what has been reported for the general population of New York State (14%) and for another New York HCW cohort (13.7%). Health care workers with higher exposure rates were not more likely to have been infected with COVID-19. Therefore, these data suggest that infection of HCW may result from exposure in the community rather than at work. Trial registration This investigator-initiated study was observational; therefore, no registration was required. Not applicable.

scholarly journals Depression, Post-traumatic Stress, Anxiety, and Fear of COVID-19 in the General Population and Health-Care Workers: Prevalence, Relationship, and Explicative Model in Peru

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Villarreal-Zegarra ◽  
Anthony Copez-Lonzoy ◽  
Ana Lucia Vilela-Estrada: ◽  
Jeff Huarcaya-Victoria
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
General Population ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Traumatic Stress ◽  
Goodness Of Fit ◽  
Explanatory Models ◽  
Post Traumatic Stress ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Post Traumatic

Abstract Background: This study has two aims. First, determine the fit of the fear model to COVID-19, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress in the general population and health-care workers. Second, determine which model best explains the relationship between depression and the triad of fear, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress in both groups. Method: A cross-sectional study was conducted using self-reported questionnaires for anxiety, fear of COVID-19, depression, and post-traumatic stress. Information was collected from adults living in Lima, the capital and the most populous city in Peru. The explanatory models were evaluated using a structural regression model.Results: A high overall prevalence of depressive symptoms (16%), anxiety (11.7%), and post-traumatic stress (14.9%) were identified. A higher prevalence of depressive, anxious, or stress symptoms was identified in the general population (28.6%) compared to health-care workers (17.9%). The triad model of fear of COVID-19, anxiety, and stress presented adequate goodness-of-fit indices for both groups. A model was identified that manages to explain depressive symptoms in more than 70% of the general population and health-care workers, based on the variables of the triad (CFI=0.94; TLI=0.94; RMSEA=0.06; SRMR=0.06). Limitations: The prevalence estimates relied on self-reported information. Other variables of interest, such as intolerance to uncertainty or income level, could not be evaluated. Conclusions: Our study proposes and tests one model that explains more than 70% of depressive symptoms. This explanatory model can be used in health contexts and populations to determine how emotional factors can affect depressive symptoms. Keywords: Depression, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, fear of COVID-19, Peru

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