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    COVID-19 and young people, understanding the impact
    (Macedonian Association of Anatomists and Morphologists, 2023)
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    Chepreganova Cangovska, Tatjana
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    Zorchec, Danijela
    COVID-19 has impacted individuals of all age groups, including young people. Although young individuals generally experience milder symptoms and better outcomes, they are still susceptible to contracting and transmitting the virus. While they may have lower infection rates, it is crucial for young people to adhere to preventive measures as they can still spread the virus, potentially affecting vulnerable populations. The pandemic and related measures have also had an impact on the mental health of young people, with increased stress, isolation, and changes in social interactions leading to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. The closure of schools and the shift to remote learning have presented challenges in terms of education and social development. It is essential for young people to stay informed, follow guidelines, and prioritize their physical and mental well-being during these challenging times.
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    Associations of burnout with job demands/resources during the pandemic in health workers from Southeast European countries
    (Frontiers Media SA, 2023-10-24)
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    Atanasovska, Aneta
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    Bislimovska, Dragana
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    Brborović, Hana
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    Brborović, Ognjen
    Introduction: Despite several studies assessing job demands and burnout in countries from the Southeast European (SEE) region, there is still a lack of data about the psychological impact of the pandemic on health workers (HWs). Aims: The present study aimed to demonstrate and compare levels of burnout dimensions in HWs from SEE countries and to reveal the burnout–job demands/resources relationships in these workers during the pandemic. Materials and methods: During the autumn of 2020, this online multicentric cross-sectional survey studied a large group (N = 4.621) of HWs working in SEE countries. The Maslach Burnout Inventory was used for the measurement of burnout dimensions. We analyzed the job demands by using the Hospital Experience Scale. Remuneration and relationships with superiors were measured using the Questionnaire sur les Ressources et Contraintes Professionnelles (English version). Results: A series of ANOVA comparisons of means revealed the countries in which respondents showed higher mean values of emotional exhaustion (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Moldova, Montenegro, and North Macedonia) and the countries in which respondents showed lower mean values of this burnout dimension (Israel and Romania) (Welch F = 17.98, p < 0.001). We also found differences among HWs from different countries in job demands and job resources. The testing of hierarchical regression models, which have been controlled for certain confounding factors, clearly revealed that emotional exhaustion was predicted by job demands (R2 = 0.37) and job resources (R2 = 0.16). Conclusion: Preventive measures for the improvement of mental health in HWs during the pandemic and beyond have to take into account the differences between countries regarding the country context and current scientific knowledge. A modified stress test should be implemented in hospitals regarding future shocks that might include new pandemics, terrorism, catastrophes, or border conflicts.
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    ATTITUDES TOWARD SUPPLEMENTATION AND PRACTICE OF VITAMIN C USE AMONG ADULTS BEFORE AND DURING COVID-19
    (SHMSHM / AAMD, 2022)
    Ibadete, Bucalija
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    Valza, Ismajli
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    Veron, Ismajli
    ABSTRACT Introduction: The rapid spread of COVID-19 influenced the increase in the consumption of supplements as complementary therapy due to the fact that their efficacy has been proven in the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases due to their antimicrobial and immunomodulating activity. Purpose: This study aimed to assess attitudes towards health supplements and measure the level of vitamin C use before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. Method and material: The paper is a cross-sectional analytical study prepared during the period April-September 2022. The data was obtained through a questionnaire which was distributed to people aged 18 and over living in the region of Ferizaj. Descriptive analysis was carried out to present the attitudes to supplement use and vitamin C consumption practice, including frequency, duration and preferred dosage form, etc. Results: 500 individuals participated in the study. The results revealed that the pandemic significantly changed the participants’ attitude towards the importance of DS in supporting good health, increasing from 74.0% before the pandemic to 80.6% during the pandemic ( p =0.01). A 5.6% increase difference was shown during the pandemic compared to before in the attitude towards the use of preparations for strengthening immunity. Three quarters of respondents (76%) reported consuming vitamin C during the pandemic, 50% had consumed it before the pandemic. Estimated weekly or daily intake of vitamin C increased significantly during the pandemic period m (p=.0000) Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic influenced the changing attitudes of respondents towards the use of supplements to strengthen the immune system during a pandemic compared to the pre-pandemic period. Taken together, the practice of taking vitamin C showed an increase that reflects increased health awareness and fear of illness.
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    PHYSICAL INACTIVITY BEFORE AND DURING COVID 19 PANDEMIC
    (Antrophological Society of Serbia- Nis, 2021)
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    While physical activity is beneficial factor for overall health, physical inactivity is even more harmful for somatic and mental health. The modern public health policies are addressed to preventive strategy and increasing the socioeconomic and environmental conditions for people to be more active. According the WHO statistics, 23% of adult world population are not sufficiently active. Adolescent population is significantly more vulnerable regarding the sedentary life style, 81% of adolescent, between 11 an 17 years, do not reach the criteria of recommended dose of physical activity. The level of physical inactivity is dependent of economic development of the country, ethnicity, race, gender, age and other factors. Epidemiological restrictions recommended during the COVID 19 pandemic were mainly designed towards physical distancing and limited movements of people. The most countries banned unnecessary (or all) outdoor activities which affected people’s physical activity i.e promotes sedentary behavior. The great number of studies reported increases of physical inactivity and its influence on various medical conditions. Covid pandemic restrictions have detrimental effect on physical behavior, and its causes are multifactorial. The physical inactivity level adopted during the pandemic period was higher than before the restricted period.