COVID, Volume 5, Issue 10

Men who have sex with men (MSM) are part of the key populations (KPs) that are susceptible to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) acquisition, transmission, and disruptions to access HIV services. This study aimed to explore and describe the HIV inter...

Rheumatic diseases affect the musculoskeletal system and may also compromise internal organs. The immunosuppressive treatments commonly used in these conditions can weaken the immune system, raising concerns about the efficacy of immunizations, parti...

This study adopted a survey instrument based on a consistent conceptual framework to investigate racial and ethnic disparities in COVID-19 exposure, susceptibility, and treatment among Pennsylvania residents. A cross-sectional design was implemented...

Long COVID, characterized by persistent symptoms following COVID-19 infection, poses significant challenges to individuals’ well-being. This study explores the multifaceted nature of long COVID, encompassing neurological and psychological manif...

To analyze the relationship between lactoferrin and COVID-19, a systematic review and meta-analysis of works published between 2020 and 2025 was carried out. The search strategy consisted of compiling research and review articles with the keywords CO...

We set out to determine the impact of delirium and COVID-19 on length of stay and mortality. For this study, we conducted a retrospective cohort study of patients aged >65 years admitted to the Owensboro Health Regional Hospital between August 202...

The emergence or mutation of aggressive viruses represents a latent threat to human health that could lead to new pandemics, so it is important to constantly monitor and analyze the behavior of the diseases they can cause. In this sense, the purpose...

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted adolescent development, increasing behavioral problems and emotional distress. This study aimed to examine the impact of sensation seeking, empathy, and COVID-19-related stressors on deviant be...

Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), caused by the COVID-19 virus, continues to pose a significant public health challenge in Brazil, particularly in 2024, with high mortality rates among vulnerable groups. This study aimed to describe the socio...

The COVID-19 pandemic has placed a considerable psychological burden on healthcare workers, potentially leading to increased burnout and anxiety. This study aimed to evaluate burnout and anxiety levels among healthcare workers compared to non-healthc...

The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of maternal involvement in children’s home-based learning activities during the COVID-19 lockdown on mothers’ parenting stress, the quality of maternal care perceived by offspring, and the le...

In order to understand how health beliefs map onto health behaviors, a national survey, administered in the wake of the COVID-19 campus closures, was conducted to explore college students’ mind-body health beliefs and their health behaviors (ac...

Background: The aim of our study is to assess the risk factors for the development of coronary artery stent thrombosis and restenosis, as well as the main localization of these processes in patients who underwent repeated coronary revascularization d...

Despite advances in vaccination and treatment, the emergence of Long COVID cases has highlighted the continued public health concern posed by the disease. Studies on the early prediction of COVID-19 severity and the identification of associated bioma...

COVID-19 infection is often accompanied by psychological symptoms, which may persist long after the end of the infection (long COVID). The symptoms include fatigue, cognitive impairment, and anxiety. The reason for these long-term effects is currentl...

The rollout of COVID-19 vaccines marked a turning point in pandemic control, yet vaccine hesitancy emerged as a significant obstacle in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). The study aims to investigate socio-behavioural drivers of vaccine hesitancy in three hi...

The isolation period during the COVID-19 pandemic significantly altered physical activity and social interactions in children, with disproportionately severe effects in impoverished indigenous communities. To evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pande...

With the growing prevalence of digital media use, increasing attention has been directed toward the impact of smartphone usage patterns on mental health. In particular, the COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally altered daily life, accelerating the integrat...

Despite a substantial volume of literature on the consequences of the recent pandemic, the relationship between psychological constructs that affect individual mindset and confidence, as well as travel intention, is missing. This study seeks to exami...

Background: This study aims to investigate and monitor cardiorespiratory fitness levels, measured by the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and quality of life (QoL), assessed using the Short form-36 (SF-36), in patients with hypertension, both with and witho...