Text analysis of Macao's COVID-19 prevention and control policies: discussion on strategy evolution and public health capabilities.

Background: The global impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has been profound. Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR), renowned as an international hub for tourism and entertainment, has actively responded to the crisis. However, a comprehensive analysis detailing the evolution of Macao SAR's policies throughout this period is currently lacking. Methods: This study aims to comprehensively understand the decision-making processes, policy formulation, and implementation strategies of the Macao SAR government amidst the pandemic through the analysis of speeches and inquiries made by legislative council members and other relevant documents. Employing both quantitative and qualitative analytical methods, including word frequency analysis and word vector models, we identify key themes and patterns. Additionally, we conducted a comparative analysis of keyword frequencies during the two waves of the pandemic using radar charts. Results: The results indicate a heightened focus by the Macao SAR government on pandemic control measures and economic impacts. In response, the government formulated and implemented policies, provided support initiatives, and managed port clearance, all while focusing on enhancing healthcare infrastructure and community services. Conclusions: The government persistently amends its policies in response to the evolving challenges posed by the pandemic. The evolution of the dynamic Zero-COVID strategy highlights the government's adaptability and comprehensive consideration, ensuring public health and societal stability.

[Spatial-temporal analysis of enterovirus infection in Macao Special Administrative Region, China, 2011-2016].

Objective: To understand the spatial-temporal distribution of enterovirus infection in Macao Special Administrative Region, China, from 2011 to 2016. Methods: The incidence data of enterovirus infections in child care settings and primary schools in Macao during this period, which were confirmed by the Health Bureau, were used for the spatial-temporal analysis. Bernoulli model was used as probability model. Software SPSS 20.0 was used for descriptive statistics of the study cases, and software SaTScan 9.4.4 was used for spatial and temporal scanning. Finally, software Google Earth was used for visualization of geographical information. Results: A total of 330 enterovirus infection events were reported in Macao from 2011 to 2016. The infection event number was highest in 2014 (101, 30.6%), the infections mainly occurred during May to June. A case clustering area with a radius of 0.7 km (high rates) was observed in northeast of Macao from 2011 to 2013 (log likelihood rate=13.4, P<0.001, RR=1.4). Conclusion: The annual prevention of enterovirus infection and related health education should be started in February and March in Macao, and the key area is the northeast of Macao island.

Spatial-temporal analysis of enterovirus infection in Macao Special Administrative Region, China,2011-2016 / 中华流行病学杂志

Objective To understand the spatial-temporal distribution of enterovirus infection in Macao Special Administrative Region,China,from 2011 to 2016.Methods The incidence data of cnterovirus infections in child care settings and primary schools in Macao during this period,which were confirmed by the Health Bureau,were used for the spatial-temporal analysis.Bernoulli model was used as probability model.Software SPSS 20.0 was used for descriptive statistics of the study cases,and software SaTScan 9.4.4 was used for spatial and temporal scanning.Finally,software Google Earth was used for visualization of geographical information.Results A total of 330 enterovirus infection events were reported in Macao from 2011 to 2016.The infection event number was highest in 2014 (101,30.6％),the infections mainly occurred during May to June.A case clustering area with a radius of 0.7 km (high rates) was observed in northeast of Macao from 2011 to 2013 (log likelihood rate=13.4,P＜0.001,RR=1.4).Conclusion The annual prevention of enterovirus infection and related health education should be started in February and March in Macao,and the key area is the northeast of Macao island.

Spatial-temporal analysis of enterovirus infection in Macao Special Administrative Region, China, 2011-2016 / 中华流行病学杂志

Objective: To understand the spatial-temporal distribution of enterovirus infection in Macao Special Administrative Region, China, from 2011 to 2016. Methods: The incidence data of enterovirus infections in child care settings and primary schools in Macao during this period, which were confirmed by the Health Bureau, were used for the spatial-temporal analysis. Bernoulli model was used as probability model. Software SPSS 20.0 was used for descriptive statistics of the study cases, and software SaTScan 9.4.4 was used for spatial and temporal scanning. Finally, software Google Earth was used for visualization of geographical information. Results: A total of 330 enterovirus infection events were reported in Macao from 2011 to 2016. The infection event number was highest in 2014 (101, 30.6%), the infections mainly occurred during May to June. A case clustering area with a radius of 0.7 km (high rates) was observed in northeast of Macao from 2011 to 2013 (log likelihood rate=13.4, P<0.001, RR=1.4). Conclusion: The annual prevention of enterovirus infection and related health education should be started in February and March in Macao, and the key area is the northeast of Macao island.