ERIC Number: EJ1406884
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024
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Value of Skincare Protocols for Skin Symptoms among the General Population after the Pandemic
American Journal of Health Education, v55 n1 p56-68 2024
Background: Skin symptoms (such as itching from mask use) pose public health concerns with potential repercussions, even after the pandemic. Purpose: This study used an extensive literature review to explore the factors of wearing masks that tended to impair skin health during the pandemic and to identify prevention protocols for potential skin symptoms. Methods: We performed a literature search using PubMed, Scopus, Google Scholar, and ResearchGate; a traditional literature review was conducted on the value of skincare protocols for post-pandemic skin symptoms. Results: The risk factors associated with wearing masks during the pandemic have been shown to worsen skin symptoms not only among healthcare workers but also among the general population. To minimize this, it is important to apply a preventive protocol. Discussion: Given the skin issues of wearing masks, education on appropriate prevention should be considered. Translation to Health Education Practice: Early identification of risk factors that worsen skin symptoms of wearing masks can raise awareness of these concerns. Skincare protocols can help prevent skin issues during similar pandemics or epidemics in the future and can inform health educators and CHESĀ® of their areas of responsibility and competencies to improve interventions to reduce mask-related skin issues among the public.
Descriptors: Human Body, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Pandemics, COVID-19, Public Health, Prevention, Hygiene, Allied Health Personnel, Risk, Intervention
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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