Analysis on the factors associated with COVID-19 infection among Chinese residents after the implementation of the 10 new rules to optimize COVID-19 response: a cross-sectional study

Li, Y.; Wang, S.; Yang, Nan Ping; Shi, Yajun; Yang, Yi; Zhu, Zihang; Li, Xiuyang

doi:10.3389/fpubh.2023.1197889

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“…By the conclusion of the survey, a mere 57 days after the issuance of the "Ten New Rules, " the aggregate infection rate among primary HCWs in Jiangsu province had surged to 81.05%. Li et al conducted a comparable study and highlighted that COVID-19 infection in China was spreading at an accelerated pace compared to previous years, leading to a rapid escalation in infection rates among Chinese residents (18). The impending arrival of the Spring Festival (January 21) led to a notable surge in population movement, as individuals returned to their hometowns ahead of our survey commencement.…”

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confidence: 87%

Primary healthcare workers’ COVID-19 infection status following implementation of adjusted epidemic prevention and control strategies: a cross-sectional study in Jiangsu, China

Lu,

Ma,

et al. 2023

Front. Public Health

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IntroductionIn times of epidemic outbreaks, healthcare workers (HCWs) emerge as a particularly vulnerable group. This cross-sectional study endeavors to assess the COVID-19 infection rate among the primary HCWs in Jiangsu Province subsequent to the implementation of adjusted epidemic prevention and control strategies.MethodsFrom January 17 to February 2, 2023, an extensive survey was conducted among primary HCWs in Jiangsu Province, employing a self-designed questionnaire. Logistic regression analysis was utilized to identify the factors associated with COVID-19 infection.ResultsThe overall infection rate among primary HCWs stood at 81.05%, with a 95% confidence interval (CI) of 80.61–81.48%. Among those afflicted, cough, fatigue, and fever emerged as the three most prevalent symptoms, each with an incidence rate exceeding 80%. In the context of multivariate logistic regression, an elevated risk of COVID-19 infection was observed in correlation with female gender (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 1.12, 95% CI: 1.04–1.21), possessing a bachelor’s degree or higher (aOR = 1.32, 95% CI: 1.23–1.41), accumulating over 10 years of work experience (aOR = 1.28, 95% CI: 1.11–1.47), holding a middle-level cadre position (aOR = 1.22, 95% CI: 1.11–1.35), assuming the role of a unit leader (aOR = 1.30, 95% CI: 1.11–1.54), and working in a fever clinic for 1 to 10 days per month (aOR = 1.42, 95% CI: 1.29–1.57). Conversely, advanced age (aOR = 0.76, 95% CI: 0.70–0.82), being underweight (aOR = 0.78, 95% CI: 0.69–0.90), current smoking (aOR = 0.64, 95% CI: 0.57–0.71), receiving 4 doses of COVID-19 vaccine (aOR = 0.49, 95% CI: 0.37–0.66), and pregnancy or perinatal status (aOR = 0.85, 95% CI: 0.72–0.99) were associated with a diminished risk of infection.ConclusionFollowing the implementation of adjusted policies, a substantial proportion of primary HCWs in Jiangsu province contracted COVID-19. Female gender and younger age emerged as risk factors for COVID-19 infection, while no discernible link was established between professions and COVID-19 susceptibility. The receipt of COVID-19 vaccines demonstrated efficacy in curtailing the infection rate, underscoring the significance of bolstering prevention knowledge and heightening self-protective awareness among primary HCWs.

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confidence: 87%

Primary healthcare workers’ COVID-19 infection status following implementation of adjusted epidemic prevention and control strategies: a cross-sectional study in Jiangsu, China

Lu,

Ma,

et al. 2023

Front. Public Health

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“…The Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has not only been a public health crisis but has also raised concerns about its effects on male reproductive health, particularly sperm quality. Following adjustments to COVID-19 prevention and control measures in China in December 2022, there was a significant surge in infections in a very short period [ 16 , 17 ], and almost all of our cases were infected in this period. Taking into account the cycle from sperm production to maturation, we collected cases of individuals who underwent semen analysis within 3 months after being infected with COVID-19 and traced them back 6 months before infection or 3–6 months after recovery.…”

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Does COVID-19 affect sperm quality in males? the answer may be yes, but only temporarily

Zhang,

Wang

et al. 2024

Virol J

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Background The Corona Virus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has raised concerns regarding its potential impact on male reproductive health. However, the impact of COVID-19 on sperm quality remains uncertain. This retrospective study aimed to investigate the short-term and relatively long-term effects of COVID-19 infection on sperm quality. Methods A total of 85 males with fertility requirements, who underwent semen evaluation at Guilin People’s Hospital between June 2022 and July 2023, were included in the study. Changes in semen parameters were analyzed across three specific timeframes: within 6 months before COVID-19 infection, within 3 months after COVID-19 infection, and 3–6 months after COVID-19 recovery. Results The results revealed that the sperm concentration and total sperm number were significantly lower after infection compared to before, while in the recovery period, the sperm concentration, total sperm count, progressive motility, and normal morphology significantly increased. Comparing the three periods, the most significant difference was observed in sperm concentration, which exhibited a significant decrease after infection but returned to normal levels after recovery from COVID-19. Conclusions These findings suggest that COVID-19 may exert some impact on sperm quality, particularly evidenced by decreased sperm concentration post-infection. Fortunately, these effects on semen parameters appear to be temporary, with gradual restoration of semen parameters within 3–6 months after recovery. However, further research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms and long-term implications of these observed changes in semen parameters.

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“…On December 7, 2022, in response to the evolving characteristics of COVID-19 variants and changing epidemic conditions, China released the “Notice on Further Optimizing the Implementation of COVID-19 Prevention and Control Measures,” signaling a strategic shift away from the stringent zero-COVID policy ( Song et al, 2023 ). This abrupt policy change led to significant impacts, including overwhelmed healthcare facilities and funeral homes, as well as a historically high youth unemployment rate ( Li et al, 2023 ; Mallapaty, 2023 ). During the COVID-19 pandemic, dentists and oral surgeons have been taking extra precautions when it comes to handling procedures involving third molars.…”

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Influence of experiencing SARS-CoV-2 infection on anxiety levels in Chinese patients undergoing third molar surgery

Zhu,

Li,

Wei

et al. 2024

Front. Psychol.

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BackgroundIn China, most of the citizens experienced SARS-CoV-2 infection since the end of 2022. The Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic affected people’s physical health and also had a significant impact on mental well-being. The present study aims to discover if the experience of SARS-CoV-2 infection influences patients’ anxiety toward third molar surgery in the Chinese population.Materials and methodsThe present study took the form of a questionnaire survey. From January 1, 2023, to June 30, 2023, patients who went to the Stomatology Center of China-Japan Friendship Hospital (Beijing, China) for the third molar extraction were included according to the inclusion criteria. The information on COVID-19 infection and the Modified Dental Anxiety Scale (MDAS) was collected. The software SPSS 22.0 was used for the statistical analyses.ResultsA total of 574 survey results were harvested in the present study. The infection rate of COVID-19 was 86.6% (p > 0.05). The Average MDAS scores between patients who had been infected with COVID-19 and patients who were never infected were not significantly different (11.65 ± 4.41 vs. 11.42 ± 4.41, p > 0.05). The subgroup analysis was conducted according to the length of time after the recovery of COVID-19 (Model 1), and the highest temperature during the infection (Model 2). In Model 1 and Model 2, the one-way ANOVA test did not find statistical significance between the groups (Model 1 p = 0.114; Model 2 p = 0.481). The MDAS scores in female patients were significantly higher than in male patients (12.29 ± 4.53 vs. 9.91 ± 3.80, p < 0.001). Patients who extracted double teeth got significantly higher MDAS scores than those who extracted single teeth before the surgery (12.03 ± 4.74 vs. 11.24 ± 4.18, p = 0.037).ConclusionThe present study did not establish a significant impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on the anxiety levels associated with third molar surgery among Chinese patients. The potential long-term biopsychological effects of the virus warrant further investigation.

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Analysis on the factors associated with COVID-19 infection among Chinese residents after the implementation of the 10 new rules to optimize COVID-19 response: a cross-sectional study

Cited by 3 publications

References 20 publications

Primary healthcare workers’ COVID-19 infection status following implementation of adjusted epidemic prevention and control strategies: a cross-sectional study in Jiangsu, China

Primary healthcare workers’ COVID-19 infection status following implementation of adjusted epidemic prevention and control strategies: a cross-sectional study in Jiangsu, China

Does COVID-19 affect sperm quality in males? the answer may be yes, but only temporarily

Influence of experiencing SARS-CoV-2 infection on anxiety levels in Chinese patients undergoing third molar surgery

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