The Impact of COVID-19 Health Measures on Adults With Multiple Chemical Sensitivity: Cross-Sectional Study.

Riina Bray Yifan Wang Nikolas Argiropoulos Stephanie Robins John Molot Marie-Andrée Pigeon Michel Gaudet Pierre Auger Emilie Bélanger Rohini Peris

Published in: JMIR formative research (2024)

During the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, people with MCS were impacted by inaccessibility, loss of social support, and barriers to accessing health care. This study highlights unique challenges and possible benefits associated with the COVID-19 pandemic public health measures for individuals living with MCS. These findings can guide decision makers to improve policies on accessibility through appropriate accommodation measures.

Keyphrases

public health
social support
healthcare
depressive symptoms
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coronavirus disease
global health
mental health
health information
social media
risk assessment
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
health insurance
health promotion