An Overview of the Treatment Options Used for the Management of COVID-19 in Pakistan: Retrospective Observational Study (Preprint)

Akhtar, Hashaam; Akhtar, Samar; Rahman, Fazal; Afridi, Maham; Khalid, Sundas; Ali, Sabahat; Akhtar, Nasim; Khader, Yousef; Ahmad, Hamaad; Khan, Muhammad Mujeeb

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“…In addition, the COVID-19 health crisis has caused widespread anxiety and eventually lead to perceptual and behavioural issues (Corrigan, 2020). Almost 70% of people reported an extremely negative attitude during the last SARS outbreak (Akhtar et al, 2021), which researchers attribute to government preventative measures. One definition of attitude is a person's thoughts and feelings about something.…”

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Exploring Generational Differences in Attitudes towards SOPs during Covid-19: A Smart Lockdown Case Study

Alvi

Ehsan

2023

Pak. J. Humanit. Soc. Sci

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In Pakistan, government efforts to stem the spread of COVID-19 met with resistance due to the country's preexisting social, political, economic, and cultural conditions. The preceding pandemic shows that generational attitudes, social norms, and cultural practices can hinder the control of COVID-19. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate the generational knowledge of COVID-19 and its openness to preventative measures to better comprehend the generational differences that exist with regard to the COVID-19 pandemic. Purposive sampling was used in our qualitative exploratory research in twin cities of Pakistan, i.e., Rawalpindi and Islamabad. To learn how Pakistani generations X, Y, and Z feel about and deal with COVID-19, we conducted in-depth interviews with members of these groups. This included both young and elderly persons of both genders. Manual content analysis was used to examine the data of the present study. The purpose of this study was to investigate the generational knowledge of COVID-19 and its openness to preventative measures to better comprehend the generational differences that exist with regard to the COVID-19 pandemic. Purposive sampling was used in our qualitative exploratory research in twin cities of Pakistan, i.e., Rawalpindi and Islamabad. A total of six in-depth, face-to-face interviews were conducted and a total of six major themes emerged: (1) generational differences in knowledge and perceptions of COVID-19; (2) trusted and preferred sources of health information; (3) different generations’ reactions to the first reports of the COVID-19 pandemic; (4) generational practices to prevent exposure from COVID-19; (5) different generational beliefs about the risks of not adhering to infection control procedures; and (6) generational willingness to prevent future outbreaks. The findings of the data showed that among all generations, younger people of Generation Z, in particular, tended to disregard safety rules because they were anxious to meet their friends and go back to normal. Overall, all generations showed a positive attitude towards smart lockdown and following SOPs to help prevent themselves and their loved ones from this disease. The findings of the present study provide an early indication of how different generations feel about the pandemic threat posed by COVID-19. Besides, the goal of this study was to inform the development of national policy for coronavirus pandemic containment strategies. Knowing how people feel about the pandemic and containment measures, in particular, would help policymakers devise measures that are more likely to be followed, so slowing the spread of the virus.

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Exploring Generational Differences in Attitudes towards SOPs during Covid-19: A Smart Lockdown Case Study

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Ehsan

2023

Pak. J. Humanit. Soc. Sci

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“…The nucleic material of the coronavirus is a single-stranded RNA with a size range of 26 to 32 kbs. Coronavirus is tiny (65125 nm in diameter) (Figure1) (2). The fundamental processes, infections, and replications of COVID-19 are the same as those of a conventional respiratory coronavirus.…”

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An Observational Study on the Early Stages of the Covid-19 Pandemic in Pakistan

Nasir¹,

Mehdi²,

Qureshi³

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Bachground: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, which started on February 26, 2020 in city of karachi, spread quickly throughout Pakistan. Material and Method: The design of this study was a observational study design and this study was conducted at king Edward medical University Lahore. More than 6,200 persons were afflicted by the illness in the first seven weeks, and there were more than 111 documented fatalities. Many problems arise if we contrast the COVID-19 tragedies in Pakistan with those in nations like China, Iran, and the European Union. The geography of the nation, poverty, poor literacy rates, environmental circumstances, sanitary conditions, and dietary habits are only a few of the difficulties we face in containing this epidemic. Although there are terrible circumstances in each of these areas, Pakistan's COVID-19 epidemic was slower than that of other developing nations. Results: The impact of COVID-19 appears to be lessened by Pakistan's humid hot temperature, early reaction to COVID-19, population immune system, BCG vaccination, and the proportion of young individuals. In this essay, we explore the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in China, Iran, and Pakistan and present its day-to-day changes. We outline the COVID-19 structure and how it compares to SARS-COV and SARS-COV2. The use of Remdesivir (an adenosine analogue used against RNA viruses), Chloroquine (a widely used anti-malarial drug), convalescent plasma, neutralising antibodies targeting the ACE-2 receptor, and an ACE-2-like molecule that might bind to the S protein of the coronavirus are also covered in terms of treatment options and their drawbacks. Also covered are the effects of COVID-19 on Pakistan's economy and government relief measures. Conclusion: In conclusion, it may be said that the support systems in place may not be sufficient to stop the spread of the virus. Even with the meagre assistance offered, it is weaker for rural places where the virus's effects may be severe than in the nation's cities. Further research is required as the epidemic develops to better understand governmental efforts to contain the virus and its effects across the nation. Keywords: Coronavirus COVID-19 Pakistan Pandemic Outbreak

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An Overview of the Treatment Options Used for the Management of COVID-19 in Pakistan: Retrospective Observational Study (Preprint)

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Exploring Generational Differences in Attitudes towards SOPs during Covid-19: A Smart Lockdown Case Study

Exploring Generational Differences in Attitudes towards SOPs during Covid-19: A Smart Lockdown Case Study

An Observational Study on the Early Stages of the Covid-19 Pandemic in Pakistan

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