Abstract:What is already known about this topic?
Healthcare workers (HCWs) and previously infected patients (PIPs) may experience a wave of epidemic following the modification of the country’s coronavirus disease (COVID)-zero policy in China.
What is added by this report?
As of early January 2023, the initial wave of the COVID-19 pandemic among HCWs had effectively subsided, with no statistically significant differences observed in infection rates compared to those of their co-o… Show more
“…The peak of infectious individuals in the second wave and the third wave is 1/9 and 1/18 (5.5%) of the first wave, respectively, and the epidemic time is longer than that of the first wave. The results is similar to the results of the “pre-planned study” published in CDC weekly which examines the second wave of infections in different regions and populations around the world ( Niu et al., 2023 ; Zhang et al., 2023 ). Fig.…”
“…The peak of infectious individuals in the second wave and the third wave is 1/9 and 1/18 (5.5%) of the first wave, respectively, and the epidemic time is longer than that of the first wave. The results is similar to the results of the “pre-planned study” published in CDC weekly which examines the second wave of infections in different regions and populations around the world ( Niu et al., 2023 ; Zhang et al., 2023 ). Fig.…”
“…HCWs face an elevated risk of contracting COVID-19 because of their constant, close contact with potentially infected individuals or critically ill patients within healthcare settings ( 5 ). Our study identified a higher prevalence of acute symptoms at the onset of COVID-19 among HCWs compared to the general population.…”
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“…Furthermore, research accentuates the varying duration and severity of COVID-19 symptoms across different populations. Healthcare workers (HCWs) appear to be particularly susceptible ( 5 ). Thus, this research aims to conduct a comprehensive examination of the long-term physical and psychological symptoms among the community and HCWs, aiming to enhance epidemic prevention policies and health care support in the post-COVID-19 era.…”
What is already known about this topic?
Reports detailing the clinical presentation of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) are extensive in China. However, data remains limited regarding the long-term effects of the 2022 outbreak on the community and healthcare workers (HCWs).
What is added by this report?
In the follow-up study conducted with 1,069 community members and 3,309 HCWs infected with COVID-19, we observed that five months post-outbreak, 39.2% of community members and 28.7% of HCWs reported experiencing at least one symptom. The symptoms most frequently reported included fatigue or muscle weakness, insomnia, cognitive dysfunction, hair loss, joint or muscle pain, and persistent cough. HCWs tended to experience fewer long-term physical consequences and their symptoms had an expedited recovery time compared to the community members. Nevertheless, HCWs displayed a higher prevalence of moderate to severe depression and anxiety.
What are the implications for public health practice?
The establishment of a public healthcare system dedicated to continual monitoring, prevention, and clinical treatment of persistent COVID-19 symptoms is imperative.
“…The 23 winning institutions are based in a wide range of 17 developed and developing countries (Jones, 2019). Lunar samples and data collected by the Chang'e mission will also be shared with international partners (Zhang, 2020b). The Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical Radio Telescope (FAST) built by the CAS in south-west China's Guizhou Province, which is by far the largest single dish radio telescope in the world, has been open to astronomers worldwide for observation applications since April 2021 (China Daily, 2021).…”
Section: The New Century: Opportunities and Challenges For China As A...mentioning
Science diplomacy has played an important role in Chinese history, including in the history of science and technology (S&T) development. While we may consider science diplomacy as simply a part of China's Reform and Opening-up policy, the fact is that even in the Kuomintang period (1925–1949) or the Maoist period (1949–1976) it was a key element of Chinese foreign relations. The targets and nature of science diplomacy were shaped by the prevailing politics and economic issues of the times. For example, the Cold War limited the breadth and depth of S&T cooperation between China and the West. Nonetheless, the People's Republic of China pursued cooperation with the Soviet Union and newly independent countries in a very steadfast manner and continues to engage with Russia and developing countries today. This article analyses the nature of science diplomacy as an element of both China's S&T development and its foreign relations. The interactions and practices at the intersection of science and foreign policy in China are manifold. In addition to providing a comprehensive overview, this article also highlights evolving trends, especially in terms of the deepening of China's linkages across the international S&T system. Finally, the article examines the recent impact of the apparent rise of techno-nationalism and how this has affected the nature of China's international S&T activities regarding Beijing's use of science diplomacy.
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