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Decrease of respiratory diseases in one social children welfare institute in Shanxi Province during COVID-19

Liu B1, Han Qf2, Liang Wp1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, China.

Journal of Public Health (Oxford, England)
|September 3, 2020
PubMed

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Disinfection measures during the COVID-19 pandemic significantly reduced respiratory diseases in children at a welfare institute. Enhanced hygiene practices are crucial for preventing infectious diseases in child care settings.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Infectious Disease Control

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated enhanced disinfection protocols in institutional settings.
  • Children welfare institutes are vulnerable populations requiring specific public health management.
  • Assessing the impact of these measures on common childhood illnesses is critical.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effect of disinfection measures on common disease incidence in a children welfare institute during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To establish a foundation for effective daily disinfection management in such institutions.

Main Methods:

  • A year-on-year analysis was conducted on common diseases among children under 14.
  • Data was collected from a social children welfare institute in Shanxi Province.
  • The study period spanned from January to May in 2018, 2019, and 2020.

Main Results:

  • A significant decrease in the prevalence rate of respiratory diseases was observed in 2020 compared to 2018 and 2019.
  • No significant changes were noted in the incidence of digestive diseases during the study period.
  • Disinfection measures appeared effective in curbing the spread of respiratory infections.

Conclusions:

  • The study highlights the positive impact of disinfection and public health management on reducing infectious diseases in children.
  • Strengthening personal protection and institutional hygiene is recommended for child welfare institutes.
  • These findings support the implementation of robust anti-epidemic measures to safeguard child health.
Abstract

Keywords:
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