Facemask Alternatives in Veterinary Medicine in the Context of COVID-19 Shortages

Purens, Abigail Gavra Michaelson

doi:10.3389/fvets.2020.00561

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“…Disposable face masks are the most common type of face masks in Hong Kong and used to prevent respiratory infection by using multiple layers of filters made of non-woven fabrics that were designed for single use, while reusable face masks refer to face masks made of washable fiber micro-porous filters for repeated use (39). Reusing disposable face masks is known to be a suboptimal but necessary alternative when there is a shortage of face masks, but it has been common during the COVID-19 pandemic (40). Therefore, the reuse of disposable face masks is a reliable indicator of a shortage of face mask supply, limited access, limited affordability, and inadequate health information.…”

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Face Mask Wearing Behaviors, Depressive Symptoms, and Health Beliefs Among Older People During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected more than 100 countries. Despite the global shortage of face masks, the public has adopted universal mask wearing as a preventive measure in many Asian countries. The COVID-19 mortality rate is higher among older people, who may find that wearing a face mask protects their physical health but jeopardizes their mental health. This study aimed to explore the associations between depressive symptoms, health beliefs, and face mask wearing behaviors among older people. By means of an online survey conducted between March and April 2020, we assessed depressive symptoms, health beliefs regarding COVID-19, and face mask use and reuse among community-dwelling older people. General linear models were employed to explore the associations among these variables. Of the 355 valid participants, 25.6% experienced depressive symptoms. Health beliefs regarding the perceived severity of disease (p = 0.001) and perceived efficacy of practicing preventive measures (p = 0.005) were positively associated with face mask use. Those who reused face masks (p = 0.008) had a stronger belief in disease severity (p < 0.001), had poorer cues to preventive measures (p = 0.002), and were more likely to experience depressive symptoms. Mask reuse was significantly associated with depression only among those who perceived the disease as serious (p = 0.025) and those who had poorer cues to preventive measures (p = 0.004). In conclusion, health beliefs regarding perceived severity and efficacy contributed to more frequent face mask use, which was unrelated to depressive symptoms. Older people who had a stronger belief in disease severity had less adequate cues to preventive measures and reused face masks experienced greater depressive symptoms. A moderation effect of health beliefs (i.e., disease severity and cues to preventive measures) on face mask reuse and depression was observed.

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Face Mask Wearing Behaviors, Depressive Symptoms, and Health Beliefs Among Older People During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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“…In addition, facemasks tend to become damp after a period of time in warm environments, further contributing to the discomfort of mask-wearing (Hallock, 2020). However, the use of face masks has been found to be popular as noted by (Purens, 2020) and (Abdullahi et al ., 2020).…”

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“…However, the use of face masks has been found to be popular as noted by (Purens, 2020) and (Abdullahi et al, 2020).…”

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Factors affecting adoption of COVID-19 prevention measures among community members: A Case study of Entebbe Municipal council in Uganda

Namanya,

Margret,

Mugenyi

et al. 2024

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Background: Following continued infections from COVID-19 in Entebbe municipality, there was need to investigate underlying causes off poor adherence. This knowledge would then inform policy and practice enhancements. This study was done to assess the factors affecting the adoption of COVID-19 prevention measures among community members in Entebbe Municipal Council, Uganda given the low levels of adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs). Specific objectives included to assess the individual factors; the community factors and the social-economic factors affecting the adoption of COVID-19 prevention measures in place among community members in Entebbe Municipal Council, Uganda. Methodology: A descriptive analytical cross-sectional study design was used, employing both quantitative and qualitative methods based on an eligible population of 29,973 and sample of 394 respondents. Primary data was collected using interviews and questionnaires. Qualitative data was analyzed thematically, and quantitative date was analyzed quantitatively using statistical package for social scientists (SPSS) version 23. For quality control, the tool was piloted and found reliable and valid. Study Findings: Results indicate that majority of the respondents were aged 31-40 (32.7%), tertiary level education (76.1%), males (51.5%) and females (48.5%), Christians (84.5%) and Muslims (15.5%), formally employed (78.7%), earned at least a million and above (51.8%). The study explored the factors associated with adoption of Covid-19 SOPs with individual factors, community factors and social economic factors being significant. Conclusion: Individual factors significantly influence adoption of preventive measures. However, the difference between women and men adoption and the young peoples negligence to adoption of preventive measures are key. Recommendations: The study recommends subsidizing and/or free distribution of all materials and equipment that prevent communicable diseases; use influential members of the public as health ambassadors to influence positively the public; free protective gears to groups of people who frequently interact with communities; improved transport system.

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Facemask Alternatives in Veterinary Medicine in the Context of COVID-19 Shortages

Cited by 2 publications

References 41 publications

Face Mask Wearing Behaviors, Depressive Symptoms, and Health Beliefs Among Older People During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Face Mask Wearing Behaviors, Depressive Symptoms, and Health Beliefs Among Older People During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Factors affecting adoption of COVID-19 prevention measures among community members: A Case study of Entebbe Municipal council in Uganda

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