• The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Business
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• 제9권2호
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• pp.177-183
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• 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has hurt the economy and negatively impacted all enterprises' financial performance. The COVID-19 pandemic has put a strain on global manufacturing capacity and supply chains, and it is also the pandemic that has given up new opportunities for the logistics industry to develop as e-commerce has developed. By analyzing the financial performance of logistic firms listed on the Vietnam Stock Exchange, this study tries to quantify those consequences. A total of 114 logistic companies were included in the study's sample. The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test was performed to test the difference between some ratios in 2019 and 2020. This study found that the financial performance of 114 logistic firms listed on the Vietnam stock exchange has not improved. The data show that during the COVID-19 pandemic, the leverage ratio increased while the profitability and efficiency ratios decreased. The liquidity ratio did not show any significant differences. On the contrary, these businesses' performance, such as returns on assets, receivable turnover, and leverage, has decreased. The COVID-19 had a global impact on supply chains, therefore export activity and international transportation were badly hampered, with only a few domestic logistic enterprises growing.

• 지역연구
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• 제37권4호
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• pp.75-93
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• 2021

본 연구는 목적지 다변화 정도를 기준으로 통행격차를 정의하고, 사회경제적 요인과 공간적 요인이 고령층의 통행격차에 미치는 영향을 분석했다. 특히 기존 연구에서 주목하지 못한 동시간대에서의 통행격차를 분석하기 위해 통행집단 간 반응의 차이를 유도할 수 있는 COVID-19를 자연실험의 사례로 활용했다. 본 연구에서 서울시 지하철 교통카드자료를 이용하여 COVID-19 이전의 통행격차(2018~2019)와 이후의 통행격차(2019~2020)를 비교한 결과는 다음과 같다. 아침시간대(4:30-9:00)의 경우, 거주지의 중심성에 따른 목적지 다변화 격차가 COVID-19 전후로 변함없이 나타났으며, 이는 도시기능이 도심에 집중되어있는 불균등한 도시공간구조로 인해 COVID-19 이전부터 서울의 중심부와 주변부 간에 목적지 다변화 격차가 존재했기 때문이다. 한편 오전시간대(9:00-12:00)의 경우, COVID-19 이전에는 별다른 격차가 나타나지 않은 반면, 이후에는 교육수준과 거주지의 접근성에 따른 목적지 다변화 격차가 새롭게 나타났다. 기본적으로 사회경제적 수준과 거주지의 중심성이 높을수록 이용할 수 있는 도시 어메니티가 다양하고 목적지에 대한 선택의 폭이 넓지만, COVID-19 이전에는 목적지를 자유롭게 선택할 수 있는 여가통행의 특성상 선택의 폭 차이가 목적지 다변화 격차로 이어지지 않았다. 반면 COVID-19 이후 제약환경 하에 새로운 목적지를 찾아야 하는 상황에서는 선택의 폭이 목적지 다변화에 중요한 영향을 미치는 요인으로 작용했다. 이와 같은 분석을 통해 본 연구는 COVID-19 대유행기에 나타난 동시간대에서의 통행격차가 COVID-19 이전부터 사회경제구조와 도시공간구조에 의해 형성되어온 선택의 폭 차이에 기인함을 시사한다.

• 한국식생활문화학회지
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• 제37권3호
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• pp.265-277
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• 2022

This study investigated alterations in the health behaviors and eating habits due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. An online survey was administered to 270 university students from September 22, 2021 to October 26, 2021. While the frequency of eating at home had increased during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to before the pandemic, there was a decrease in the frequency of eating out, drinking, and eating vegetables. However, the frequency of eating delivery, takeout, and convenience foods and the utilization of online shopping and delivery apps had considerably increased. In addition, when selecting menus, considerations of health, hygiene, and convenience were more important during the COVID-19 pandemic than before the COVID-19 pandemic. Physical activity more than 3 days a week had decreased, whereas sedentary time showed a proportionate increase. The percentage of people who perceived their health status to be worsening was determined to have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. To prepare for the era of infectious diseases, future research needs to identify health behaviors and dietary problems by administering surveys that include a large sample size and participants of various ages. Moreover, health promotion and nutrition management plans should be prepared accordingly.

• Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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• 제56권5호
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• pp.413-421
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• 2023

Objectives: This study explored the effect of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on psychosocial stress in prime working-age individuals in Korea, focusing on gender inequalities. We hypothesized that the impact of COVID-19 on mental health would differ by age and gender, with younger women potentially demonstrating heightened vulnerability relative to men. Methods: The study involved data from the Korea Community Health Survey and included 319 592 adults aged 30 years to 49 years. We employed log-binomial regression analysis, controlling for variables including age, education, employment status, marital status, and the presence of children. The study period included 3 phases: the period prior to the COVID-19 outbreak (pre-COVID-19), the early pandemic, and the period following the introduction of vaccinations (post-vaccination). Results: The findings indicated that women were at a heightened risk of psychosocial stress during the early pandemic (relative risk [RR], 1.01; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.98 to 1.05) and post-vaccination period (RR, 1.07; 95% CI, 1.04 to 1.10) compared to men. This pattern was prominent in urban women aged 30-34 years (pre-COVID-19: RR, 1.06; 95% CI, 1.02 to 1.10; early pandemic: RR, 1.16; 95% CI, 1.08 to 1.25; post-vaccination period, RR, 1.22; 95% CI, 1.14 to 1.31). Conclusions: The COVID-19 pandemic has exerted unequal impacts on psychosocial stress among prime working-age individuals in Korea, with women, particularly those in urban areas, experiencing a heightened risk. The findings highlight the importance of addressing gender-specific needs and implementing appropriate interventions to mitigate the psychosocial consequences of the pandemic.

• 한국컴퓨터정보학회논문지
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• 제29권3호
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• pp.147-154
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• 2024

코로나바이러스질병-2019 (COVID-19) 대유행은 감염병의 확산을 예방하기 위하여 사회적 거리 두기로 인해서 신체적 활동들을 변화시켜 왔다. 그러한 제한으로 인해서 신체활동과 혈청의 지질 수치들을 변화시킬 수 있다. 이 연구의 목적은 제주도 내에서 COVID-19 대유행 전과 후에 사회적 거리 두기로 인해서 혈청 내의 지질 수치들과 신체적 활동의 변화들에 대해서 연구해 보고자 하였다. 이 연구는 2018년 5월부터 2021년 12월까지 제주도에 소재한 단일 건강검진센터에서 검진을 시행한 총 5,373명의 대상자들이 포함되었다. 그들이 검진한 날들을 기준으로 두 군(COVID-19 전과 COVID-19 후)으로 나누어서 임상 변수들에 대해서 분석하였다. 임상적 변수들 중에서 평균연령 (P<0.014), HDL-콜레스테롤 (P=0.001), LDL-콜레스테롤 (P=0.039), 총콜레스테롤 (P<0.001)의 평균 수치들, 복부 비만 (P<0.001), 유산소 운동 (P=0.003), 신체활동 (P=0.008)을 가진 대상자들의 비율들이 코로나 대유행 전과 비교해서 더 높았다. 비록 제주도 내의 코로나 대유행 시기에 신체활동이나 유산소 운동을 하는 대상자들의 비율이 통계적으로 증가했음에도 불구하고, 복부비만이나 이상지질혈증을 가진 대상자들의 비율이 COVID-19 대유행 이전에 비해서 통계적으로 그 시기에 높았다.

• Asian Journal for Public Opinion Research
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• 제8권4호
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• pp.478-492
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• 2020

The COVID-19 global health crisis has affected the mental and psychological health and well-being of the people around the world. However, little is known about the impact of COVID-19 among Filipino teachers. This study was conducted to determine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the quality of life (QoL) of professional teachers in the Philippines. A descriptive cross-sectional study was used involving 139 licensed professional teachers. The COVID-19 Impact on Quality of Life (COV19-QoL) was the primary measure used in this study. Descriptive statistics, t-test, and one-way ANOVA were the statistical tools employed to analyze the data. Results indicated a moderate COVID-19 impact on the QoL of the teachers. There was a significant difference in the impact of COVID-19 on QoL by degree program. However, the impact of COVID-19 on QoL did not significantly differ by age, sex, marital status, employment status, monthly salary, presence of a COVID-19 case near their residence, personal knowledge of someone who was infected or died of COVID-19, presence of a medical condition, and perceived threat. The psychological well-being and QoL of teachers must be recognized and teachers must be provided with support as they continue to adapt to the impact brought by the COVID-19 pandemic. This study contributes to the growing literature on the impact of the pandemic.

• 한국학교보건학회지
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• 제36권3호
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• pp.103-112
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• 2023

Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic, which emerged in late 2019, had a profound impact on global public health and disrupted the daily lives of people worldwide. Particularly, university students faced a challenging situation as their university life underwent a drastic transformation due to long-term remote learning and isolation measures. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between changes in daily life during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and depressive symptoms among university students aged between 19 and 29 in Korea. Methods: We analyzed data from the nationally representative 2020 Community Health Survey (CHS). Among the 229,269 participants, 9,279 university students aged 19-29, either enrolled or on leave, were selected. After excluding 401 cases with missing values, the final sample comprised 8,878 individuals. Using multivariate logistic regression with a complex sample design, we explored the association between daily life changes during the COVID-19 pandemic and depressive symptoms. Results: Changes in daily life during the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with depressive symptoms in Korean university students aged 19 to 29, even after adjusting for sociodemographic characteristics, health-related factors, and COVID-19-related aspects (OR=1.28, 95% CI=1.09~1.50). Conclusion: Our study suggests that when examining the impact of COVID-19 on health issues, it is crucial to consider the changes in daily life caused by the pandemic. These findings can provide insights into the psychological well-being of university students during times of crisis.

• International Journal of Knowledge Content Development & Technology
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• 제10권4호
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• pp.65-82
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• 2020

This study examined information sharing and evaluation as determinants of the spread of fake news among Nigerian youths on social media using experience from COVID-19 pandemic. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study and a Web-based questionnaire (Google Forms) was used to collect data for the study. The total responses of 278 were collected from the participants, which represents the unit of analysis. The finding of the study revealed that most Nigerian youths used Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp and Instagram to share information on COVID-19. However, only a few Nigerians used Linkedln and other types of social media to share information on COVID-19. It was also found that building a relationship with social media communities, enjoyment and risk taking, and political inclination influence the sharing behavior of Nigerian youths during the COVID-19 pandemic. Results show that social media handle/page found sharing of fake news on COVID-19 especially on the treatment, vaccines numbers of cases and symptoms. The study concludes that there is a positive relationship between information evaluation and the spreading of fake news on COVID-19 among Nigerians. Information sharing and evaluation should be done with the utmost level of objectivity and sincerity.

• 유통과학연구
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• 제20권4호
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• pp.95-100
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• 2022

Purpose: This study aimed to investigate whether distribution and service companies maintained their accounting information quality and provided reliable information despite the economic changes occurring after the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in Korea. The distribution industry has enjoyed increased demand as many companies expanded their untact distribution channels, including to online sales. However, as the pandemic drags on, their future prospects remain uncertain. Research design, data, and methodology: In this study, we define 2018-2019 as the "pre COVID-19 period" and 2020 as the "post COVID-19 period." An empirical analysis was performed using a regression model that includes POST, the independent variable, indicating the post COVID-19 period, and discretionary accruals(DA), a proxy for earnings management, as a dependent variable. Results: The analysis shows that the coefficient of POST is significantly positive (+) for the dependent variable DA. This finding suggests that distribution and service companies engaged in more earnings management during the post COVID-19 period than during the pre COVID-19 period, indicating their awareness of the uncertainty of future business performance as the pandemic persists. An additional analysis confirmed that smaller companies with fewer stakeholders and higher information asymmetry tend to engage more in earnings management than larger companies.

• Safety and Health at Work
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• 제12권4호
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• pp.490-495
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• 2021

Introduction: The risk of experiencing psychiatric symptoms related to the COVID-19 pandemic is high among healthcare workers whose occupations are in public health, emergency medicine, and intensive or critical care. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study aimed to assess the prevalence of fear of COVID-19 among 411 frontline Egyptian physicians during the COVID-19 pandemic; identify determinants and predictors for fear of COVID-19; determine the impact of fear of COVID-19 on job satisfaction; and detect the impact of fear of COVID-19 on turnover intention. Three standardized scales (fear of COVID-19, job satisfaction, and turnover intention scores) were used for data collection via online Google Form. Results: Regarding fear relating to the COVID-19 pandemic, 16.5% of the study subjects were classified as experiencing a severe fear level, while 78.1% experienced a moderate degree. A significant association between the level of fear relating to COVID-19 and the work department. The highest degree of fear is in a general-educational-university facility. Regarding job satisfaction, 42% of those having a severe level of fear are dissatisfied. Fear of COVID-19 is negatively associated with job satisfaction while positively significant correlated with turnover scores, a positive significant predictor of turnover intention. Job satisfaction is negatively associated with turnover intention; a negative significant predictor of turnover intention. Conclusions: Frontline Egyptian physicians reported higher levels of fear relating to the COVID-19 pandemic (moderate to severe). Increased fear levels relating to COVID-19 have a relationship with lower levels of job satisfaction and higher levels of job turnover.