Mandatory social isolation: a sentiment analysis using machine learning

To reduce the rate of contagion by Covid-19, the Colombian government has adopted, among other measures, for mandatory isolation, with divided opinions, because despite helping to reduce the spread of the virus, it generates mental and economic problems that are difficult to overcome. The objective of this document was to analyze the underlying sentiments in the Twitter comments related to isolation, identifying the topics and words most frequently used in this context. A machine learning algorithm was built to identify sentiments in 72,564 posts and a social network analysis was applied establishing the most frequent topics in the data sets. The results suggest that the algorithm is highly accurate in classifying feelings. Also, as the isolation extends, comments related to the quarantine grow proportionally. Fear was identified as the predominant feeling throughout the period of confinement in Colombia.

eWOM in times of COVID-19: An empirical analysis of Colombian brands on Facebook

The effects of the different message strategies related to COVID-19 on the generation of eWOM were analyzed;that is, if the publications referring to the pandemic receive greater participation by users of social networks in Colombia. 562 company posts on Facebook were reviewed, of which 382 were subjected to the negative binomial regression model. It was found that no message strategy related to COVID-19 affects the rate of comments. The influence of different types of content on reactions and shared content was also identified. It is concluded that social networks are recreation and entertainment scenarios;therefore, the informative content does not generate impacts on the volume of comments, reactions, or share content.

The coronavirus pandemic impact: Perceptions and actions of the members of the Mexican Society of Ophthalmology

Purpose: To report the perceptions and actions undertaken by members of the Mexican Society of Ophthalmology (SMO) during the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic. The paper focuses on the association between professional characteristics and the extent of implementation of the recommendations published by the SMO. Methods: An online survey at Google® Forms was sent via email to ophthalmologists registered with the SMO. A total of 3,296 questionnaires were sent. Two principal variables were selected for the purpose of analyzing the exploratory hypotheses: Seniority of the respondents and type of practice. Results: A total of 363 replies were obtained (11.01%). At the time of the survey, 223 ophthalmologists (61.3%) were continuing to see patients in their clinics, while 140 participants (38.5%) had ceased all activities. The main reason for stopping clinical work was the fear that the practices would become transmission hubs. There was a statistical association between higher seniority and discontinuing patient care (p = 0.002). A total of 107 (29.7%) participants continued performing surgical procedures. Participants with less than 10 years of experience had a higher probability of engaging in emergency surgical procedures (p = 0.04). The most commonly employed preventive measure was the use of face masks for patients, followed by the use of N95 respirators by doctors. Conclusion: The majority of the participants maintained their clinical work;in contrast, less than a third continued surgical activities. There was great diversity in the actions taken and in the adoption of SMO recommendations. The use of personal protective equipment was the most employed security measure. © 2020 Sociedad Mexicana de Oftalmologiá. Publicado por Permanyer.

Pandemic Parenting Playbook: Webinar Series to Support Parents during COVID

The COVID pandemic has led to unprecedented levels of stress in parents and families (Ipsos Annual Mental Health Index Survey, 2020). Methods: To support parents through COVID, a team of parent leaders from PLEO (Parents' Lifeline of Eastern Ontario) and an interdisciplinary team of mental health (MH) professionals jointly created and co-hosted a two-session webinar series. Using principles of family engagement (Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health, Oct 2019), the first half of each webinar was a powerpoint didactic on practical strategies for adaptive parenting during COVID. The second half was an opportunity for parents to ask the interdisciplinary panel experts (including peer support parents) questions about strengthening child and youth MH. At the conclusion of each session, the webinar recording, PDFs of slides and a transcript of the Questions and Answers were posted online for free, permanent access. Results: Participants (n=380) completed online surveys after the webinars. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive with satisfaction 90-95% for content, topics and panel discussion. Top strengths: 1) session content;2) suggestions and recommendations;3) session panel. Top suggestions for improvement: 1) more time for questions and answers;2) having the powerpoint slides available in advance;3) more in-depth topics. Conclusions: Parents and professionals co-developed and co-facilitated a two-session webinar to support 380 parents across Ontario. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive. The co-development/co-facilitation model is a promising practice. Further steps will explore how to fund and run future sessions, and expand the range of topics.

Participation of Social Work staff during the COVID-19 pandemic, in a third level Institute of care

Currently, the COVID-19 pandemic, which in an unprecedented way has affected practically all the world, due to the rapid transmission and lethality of the virus, has required the participation of front-line health personnel;doctors (emergency physicians, anesthesiologists and intensivists, teams have also had to be set up with a leader who prepares and guides small groups to try to cover the emergency), in this context, Social Work staff, as a core part of the health team, has had to modify the protocol of care provided to patients and their families, since at the time of the interview to enter the emergency department, it is unknown whether or not they are carriers of the virus that causes the disease. Although COVID-19 does not have neurological involvement as the first manifestation, neurological complications are known every day that worsen the prognosis. In the National Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery "Manuel Velasco Suárez" (INNN MVS), protocols have been designed to identify patients who could be carriers of this disease and the Department of Social Work is in the first line of care with a "triage " ad hoc. The objective of this work is to analyze the participation of said personnel in the current situation due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in all the measures that the country faces. © 2020 Instituto Nacional de Neurologia y Neurocirurgia. All rights reserved.