scholarly journals Operation of fitness centers during the COVID-19 pandemic: opinions of Brazilian managers

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vinícius Soares ◽  
Paula Teixeira Fernandes
Keyword(s):  
Main Concern ◽  
Fitness Centers ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Brazilian State

The new coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has impacted sports-related professionals. Brazilian fitness centers remained closed between March and July, resulting in a large number of professionals being dismissed. Although our country is still far from overcoming COVID-19, fitness centers are back in operation. In this study, we interviewed gym managers to understand the socioeconomic effects of the pandemic and identify strategies to reduce the chances of SARS-CoV-2 transmission. We considered 85 responses via a Google Forms questionnaire and identified that disinfection of the environment and availability of 70% alcohol were in consensus. There was also agreement on social distancing, mask use, and temperature assessment. Our main concern relates to social distancing, which seems unfeasible in environments focused on sports practice. We believe that these measures may difficult virus circulation, but may be insufficient to prevent SARS-CoV-2 infection. Finally, the measures imposed by Brazilian state governors to restrict opening hours may worsen the implementation of social distancing in fitness centers.

scholarly journals Brasile, terra del futuro

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (13) ◽  
pp. 165-173
Author(s):  
Giovanna Campani
Keyword(s):  
Everyday Life ◽  
Rio De Janeiro ◽  
Short Note ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Brazilian Society ◽  
Brazilian State ◽  
Travel Journal

The short note represents a travel “journal”, prepared between the end of October 2020 and the end of January 2021, in the Brazilian state of Ceará and in Rio de Janeiro. It includes brief descriptions of glimpses of everyday life, in the vague search for an anthropological gaze; reflections or rather attempts to develop an embryonic analysis; confused evocations of feelings and memories. The pandemic cannot be ignored, but the note shows how social distancing cannot occur in Brazilian society. Despite this, Brazil does not have a higher number of deaths than European countries, but lower.

scholarly journals Perspectives on public health interventions in the management of the COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 245
Author(s):  
Wirichada Pan-ngum ◽  
Tassawan Poomchaichote ◽  
Pimnara Peerawaranun ◽  
Natinee Kulpijit ◽  
Anne Osterrieder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Health Interventions ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Main Concern ◽  
Public Health Interventions ◽  
Traditional Media ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Healthcare Interventions ◽  
High Level

Background: Any government needs to react quickly to a pandemic and make decisions on healthcare interventions locally and internationally with little information regarding the perceptions of people and the reactions they may receive during the implementation of restrictions. Methods: We report an anonymous online survey in Thailand conducted in May 2020 to assess public perceptions of three interventions in the Thai context: isolation, quarantine and social distancing. A total of 1,020 participants, of whom 52% were women, responded to the survey. Results: Loss of income was the main concern among respondents (>80% for all provinces in Thailand). Traditional media and social media were important channels for communication during the pandemic. A total of 92% of respondents reported that they changed their social behaviour even before the implementation of government policy with 94% reporting they performed social distancing, 97% reported using personal protective equipment such as masks and 95% reported using sanitizer products. Conclusions: This study showed a high level of compliance from individuals with government enforced or voluntarily controls such as quarantine, isolation and social distancing in Thailand. The findings from this study can be used to inform future government measures to control the pandemic and to shape communication strategies.

scholarly journals Perspectives on public health interventions in the management of the COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 245 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wirichada Pan-ngum ◽  
Tassawan Poomchaichote ◽  
Pimnara Peerawaranun ◽  
Natinee Kulpijit ◽  
Anne Osterrieder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Health Interventions ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Main Concern ◽  
Public Health Interventions ◽  
Traditional Media ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Healthcare Interventions ◽  
High Level

Background: Any government needs to react quickly to a pandemic and make decisions on healthcare interventions locally and internationally with little information regarding the perceptions of people and the reactions they may receive during the implementation of restrictions. Methods: We report an anonymous online survey in Thailand conducted in May 2020 to assess public perceptions of three interventions in the Thai context: isolation, quarantine and social distancing. A total of 1,020 participants, of whom 52% were women, responded to the survey. Results: Loss of income was the main concern among respondents (>80% for all provinces in Thailand). Traditional media and social media were important channels for communication during the pandemic. A total of 92% of respondents reported that they changed their social behaviour even before the implementation of government policy with 94% reporting they performed social distancing, 97% reported using personal protective equipment such as masks and 95% reported using sanitizer products. Conclusions: This study showed a high level of compliance from individuals with government enforced or voluntarily controls such as quarantine, isolation and social distancing in Thailand. The findings from this study can be used to inform future government measures to control the pandemic and to shape communication strategies.

scholarly journals Perspectives on public health interventions in the management of the COVID-19 pandemic in Thailand

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 ◽  
pp. 245
Author(s):  
Wirichada Pan-ngum ◽  
Tassawan Poomchaichote ◽  
Pimnara Peerawaranun ◽  
Natinee Kulpijit ◽  
Anne Osterrieder ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Public Perceptions ◽  
Health Interventions ◽  
Protective Equipment ◽  
Main Concern ◽  
Public Health Interventions ◽  
Traditional Media ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Healthcare Interventions ◽  
High Level

Background: Any government needs to react quickly to a pandemic and make decisions on healthcare interventions locally and internationally with little information regarding the perceptions of people and the reactions they may receive during the implementation of restrictions. Methods: We report an anonymous online survey in Thailand conducted in May 2020 to assess public perceptions of three interventions in the Thai context: isolation, quarantine and social distancing. A total of 1,020 participants, of whom 52% were women, responded to the survey. Results: Loss of income was the main concern among respondents (>80% for all provinces in Thailand). Traditional media and social media were important channels for communication during the pandemic. A total of 92% of respondents reported that they changed their social behaviour even before the implementation of government policy with 94% reporting they performed social distancing, 97% reported using personal protective equipment such as masks and 95% reported using sanitizer products. Conclusions: This study showed a high level of compliance from individuals with government enforced or voluntarily controls such as quarantine, isolation and social distancing in Thailand. The findings from this study can be used to inform future government measures to control the pandemic and to shape communication strategies.

scholarly journals Should We Wear Masks While Exercising Outdoor During COVID-19?

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 35-37
Author(s):  
Young Sub Kwon
Keyword(s):  
Disease Control ◽  
Healthy Lifestyle ◽  
Fitness Centers ◽  
Gas Concentration ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Control And Prevention ◽  
Oxygen Gas ◽  
Centers For Disease Control ◽  
Concentration Levels

While safety is a high priority for our community during the Covid-19 pandemic, exercise is essential to improve and maintain a healthy lifestyle (ACSM, 2018). Fitness centers are reopening across the county with various safety precautions including masks and social distancing. Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2020) recommends all people to wear a mask (except for children younger than 2 years old, anyone who has trouble breathing, and anyone who is unconscious, incapacitated, or otherwise unable to remove the cloth face-covering without assistance), wearing a mask may not be possible in every situation. For example, during outdoor exercises, wearing a mask contributes to issues of potential breathing restrictions (lower the oxygen gas concentration levels in the recirculated air). This column concerns views on wearing masks while exercising, especially when doing it outdoors.

Kegiatan Berkreasi dengan Seni dan Kimia selama COVID-19 di Desa Panggung Rejo, Jebres, Solo, Jawa Tengah

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Chintia Titania ◽  
Djoko Suhardjanto ◽  
Yeni Priatnasari
Keyword(s):  
Social Distancing ◽  
Work From Home

Kuliah Kerja Nyata merupakan proses pembelajaran mahasiswa melalui berbagai kegiatan langsung ditengah-tengah masyarakat, dan mahasiswa berupaya untuk menjadi bagian dari masyarakat serta secara aktif dan kreatif terlibat dalam dinamika yang terjadi di masyarakat. Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) UNS Era Covid-19 yang dilakasanakan di Jalan Kabut Desa Panggung Rejo Surakarta berlangsung selama 45 hari (15 Mei-30 Juni 2020). Program KKN yang dilakukan berpusat pada kegiatan belajar mengajar. Sejak Covid-19 menyebar ke seluruh wilayah saat itulah ribuan sekolah dari berbagai jenjang menerapkan proses belajar dari rumah secara daring (online). Nyatanya aktivitas belajar di rumah belum terlakasana dengan efektif. Beberapa program KKN yang telah dilaksanakan. Kegiatan KKN yang dilakukan dimulai dengan mendata siswa yang ada di sekitar Jalan Kabut, konsultasi program kepada pihak RT dan DPL, dan pelaksanaan program yang direncanakan. Adapun program kerja yang dilakukan meliputi kegiatan melakukan praktikum kimia secara sederhana, dan menggunakan metode daring (online) melalui WhatsApp Grup dengan ibu-ibu. Penggunaan metode ini juga merupakan bentuk support terhadap gerakan Work from Home & Social distancing yang mana kegiatan dapat dilakukan di rumah masing-masing. Hasil dari kegiatan ini diharapkan siswa dapat melakukan belajar efektif walaupun di rumah saja serta pemahaman terkait Covid-19 dan juga warga desa Panggung Rejo dapat memahami seluk beluk Covid-19 dengan baik serta dapat menerapkan perilaku hidup bersih dan sehat.Kata Kunci : KKN COVID-19, Covid-19, Work from Home

The Historical Construction of the Brazilian State

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 ◽  
pp. 115-136
Author(s):  
Julio Pinheiro Faro Homem de Siqueira ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Brazilian State
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