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As COVID-19 has transformed into a pandemic, the pollution, disasters, and ramifications for the economy have turned out to be indisputable. Sensible systems ought to be used to evaluate the money related impact of future disease guides to restrict fear and dubiousness about COVID-19 pandemic's monetary impact. Gotten from Epidemics already (like influenza) and monetary examples, this assessment gathered a plague affliction evaluation framework and a money related circumstance estimate model. Using this methodology, the author moreover guesses the monetary aftereffects of future COVID-19 spread. The disclosures of the audit are according to the accompanying. In any case, the significant learning-based monetary effect assumption model was attempted with really look at data to ensure that it actually expected development rates by percent. Second, that used a significant learning-based compelling disease money related impact estimate model, the makers present the COVID- 19 example and future financial effect assumption results for the looming year. At the present time, a large portion of COVID- 19 assessment is on method for managing drug spread using quantifiable mathematical estimations. This work will be used as a definite reference for compelling and preventive bearing by expecting the spread of diseases and monetary issues related with COVID-19 using significant learning advancement and credible overpowering ailment data. © 2022 IEEE.
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Purpose: Small businesses and start-ups have started to reopen post coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) lockdowns but are facing numerous challenges mainly due to changed customer preferences and the need to fine-tune the business models. This research aims to identify the important aspects that start-ups need to focus on, as they weather the COVID-19 pandemic storm. Design/methodology/approach: Research uses constructivist grounded theory methodology to analyse data collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews with entrepreneurs and senior employees at start-ups. A conceptual model based on nine categories impacting a start-up’s performance is investigated. Interview memos are thematically analysed to identify repeated ideas, concepts or elements that become apparent. Findings: Study reveals that employees’ and customers’ safety, prudent cost management and online presence/doorstep services are key for start-ups to succeed today's changed business landscape due to COVID-19. Practical implications: Findings act as a practical guide for start-ups in setting mechanisms, optimizing operations and fine-tuning strategy to address COVID-19 challenges. Start-ups are advised to evaluate the implications of the three findings on their respective businesses to successfully tackle the challenges posed by COVID-19. Originality/value: This research, being cognizant of a start-up’s unique characteristics and nuances, takes a fresh approach to identify key aspects that start-ups need to focus on and fine-tune in the wake of COVID-19. The paper enriches scientific research of understanding impact of COVID-19 on organizations by specifically surfacing how start-ups can learn and adapt by knowing how other start-ups are surviving today. © 2022, Emerald Publishing Limited.
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OBJECTIVE: To assess the effectiveness of a 3D-printed custom mask fitter in lieu of N95 respirators among ophthalmologists and other eye care professionals who may not be prioritized to receive N95 respirators amidst the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic. METHODS: This was a proof-of-concept study from a tertiary eye care center in Oakville, Canada. All participants underwent the N95 Qualitative Fit Test with a custom mask fitter secured over an American Society for Testing and Materials Level 3 face mask. Participants answered a 10-point Likert scale questionnaire on comfort, ease of use, and feasibility of the custom mask fitter, as well as comfort of a regular face mask. RESULTS: Twenty participants were recruited. Of the 20 recruited, 18 (90%) successfully passed the fit test. The median scores for comfort, ease of use, and everyday feasibility for the custom mask fitter were 3.5, 4.5, and 3, respectively, whereas the median score for comfort of a regular face mask was 8.5. CONCLUSION: A reusable, low-cost, 3D-printed custom mask fitter is a potential effective alternative to an N95 respirator among eye care professionals but may require improvement in its design and comfort. This is especially relevant in the context of a limited supply of N95 respirators amidst a global pandemic.
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Background: The present study was conducted to assess knowledge, awareness and practice of safety guidelines among layman population regarding prevention of COVID- 19 infection. Materials & Methods: 170 persons from layman population of both genders were provided with a questionnaire regarding knowledge and practice against towards COVID19 infection. Results: 82% showed that SARS-CoV-2 is the cause of COVID- 19. 84% replied that 2-14 days is the incubation period of covid- 19, 71% correctly replied that 6.8 % is the incubation period for COVID- 19 and 85 % replied that rRT-PCR is the laboratory test available for detection of COVID- 19. There was significant difference regarding knowledge and practice regarding COVID- 19 infection. Conclusion: Most of the persons had sufficient knowledge, awareness and practice of safety guidelines regarding prevention of COVID-19 infection.