Impact of COVID-19 on Life Experiences of Essential Workers Attending a Dental Testing Facility.

Margherita FontanaL McCauleyM FitzgeraldGeorge Joseph EckertE YancaR Eber

Published in: JDR clinical and translational research (2020)

The results of this study highlight the impact that pandemics such as COVID-19 can have on life experiences of essential workers, including dentists. It also highlights a role that dentistry can play within the broader health care system, during and beyond the current pandemic, to help with surveillance efforts of community health. Testing may also help alleviate stress and anxiety associated with these pandemics.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
sars cov
mental health
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
public health
oral health
stress induced
sleep quality
physical activity
tertiary care