IMPACT OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC

A Research Paper
Submitted to
Salvador C. Dela Peña III, Ph.D.

Submitted by
Justine Kylle Aberin
Allison B. Divinagracia

December 14, 2020

 The covid-19 pandemic has caused the world many ills.

Outline:
I. The COVID-19 pandemic was caused when the SARS-CoV2 virus spread among
individuals and has widely spread in almost all countries in the world. The
Coronavirus or COVID-19 is a disease based on an unknown virus. It made a far-
reaching worldwide stun making an extreme economic lull. There has been a slow
down in all financial segments around the world and more than one-third of the
worldwide populace was placed under lock-down. This severe pandemic can result
in millions of deaths, and indeed the foremost traditionalist gauges propose that this
virus crush up to 1% of worldwide GDP, which is comparable to other top-priority
dangers, such as climate change. This virus is spreading exponentially region-wise.
Nations are prohibiting get-togethers of individuals to spread and break the
exponential bend. Numerous nations are locking their populace and upholding strict
isolation to control the spread of the havoc of this exceedingly communicable
illness. COVID-19 has quickly affected our day to day life (wellbeing, social, and
economy), businesses, disrupted the world trade and developments. This virus
 makes noteworthy knock-on impacts on the standard of living of citizens as well as
the worldwide economy.

II. Societal Problems

A. Inequality
B. Poverty
C. Discrimination

Introduction

Coronavirus infection (COVID-19) is an irresistible malady caused by a recently discovered

coronavirus. Most individuals contaminated with the COVID-19 infection will experience
mellow to direct respiratory illness and recuperate without requiring special treatment.
Older individuals and those with underlying therapeutic issues like cardiovascular disease,
diabetes, inveterate respiratory malady, and cancer are more likely to develop serious
illness. The COVID-19 pandemic was caused when the SARS-CoV2 virus spread among
individuals and has widely spread in almost all countries in the world. The COVID-19 virus
spreads basically through droplets of spit or release from the nose when a contaminated
individual coughs or wheezes. Concurring to the report of the World Health Organization
(WHO as of April 18, 2020), the current flare-up of COVID-19, has affected over 2164111
individuals and killed more than 146,198 individuals in more than 200 nations all through
the world. Till presently there's no report of any clinically endorsed antiviral drugs or
vaccines that are viable against COVID-19. It has quickly spread around the world,
posturing enormous health, financial, environmental, and social challenges to the complete
human population.

Discussion

Beyond the urgent concerns about the health of workers and their families, the virus and
the subsequent economic shocks will impact the world of work across three key
dimensions: 1) The quantity of jobs (both unemployment and underemployment); 2) The
quality of work (e.g. wages and access to social protection); and 3) Effects on specific
groups who are more vulnerable to adverse labour market outcomes. In contrast, despite
the negative effects of this virus on the living of people, there are also positive advantages
of this pandemic. Many individuals are adapting to this pandemic situation. They also
understand what the ideal social behavior is in a similar situation. This may include
government pandemic management systems and policies. They learned to follow rules &
conditions. A new wave of tools & equipment. Innovations to Stay connected & Help each
other. A memorable bond of loved-ones. In addition, Medical systems will move forward to
economical & sustainable levels. Workplaces are effective focal points for the dissemination
of information, communication and sensitization on occupational safety and health,
including prevention and protection measures to reduce the spread of infectious diseases.
This, in turn, helps lessen the social and economic impact of such diseases, including by
protecting jobs, especially in the most affected sectors. Workers and employers can work
together to advocate for prevention, raising awareness and building capacity of their
members, and implementing workplace level occupational safety and health practices.
Moreover, they adjust themselves to the circumstance while mulling over the contrast
between a normal & a pandemic situation. Preparedness at all levels is essential to mitigate
impacts and increase resilience.
III. Conclusions
Therefore, This Virus are hazards related to large-scale flare-ups of irresistible
maladies that can greatly increase dreariness and mortality over a wide geographic region
and cause significant financial, social, and political disturbance, as well as creates
significant knock-on effects on the daily life of citizens. Nearly all the countries are battling
to slow down the transmission of the malady by testing & treating patients, quarantining
suspected persons through contact tracing, confining expansive social occasions, keeping
up total or fractional lockdown, etc. Moreover, this widespread truly brought us to an
unused level of life, a lesson and penances to come across before any victory and durability
we get within ourselves. It leads to a hopeless life since what we have observed when this
pandemic happens, individuals began to suffer. Others discover no other alternatives
whereas to spend their money due to financial difficulties. It moreover causes death among
individuals since as what this virus all about, it spreads among individuals and when the
person who has this infection or has symptoms, on the off chance that they are frail and not
healthy, at that point there’s a possibility that individual will kick the bucket which leads
individuals to a miserable life, mixed of problems, challenges, and trials to encounter but
despite the negative side, there are also positive sides & advantages of this pandemic. In
conclusion, Protect yourself and others around you by knowing the facts and taking
appropriate precautions. Follow advice provided by your local health authority. Calling in
advance allows your healthcare provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility
that protects you, and prevents the spread of viruses and other infections. It’s easy to lose
your hopes and brood over the negative side effects of any event, especially when as a
community we’re battling a global pandemic. We must help each other to fight these
obstacles in our life. For every low, there’s a high and it’s true that even this current
scenario has a silver lining to and we must look forward to. We are going to survive this
and when we do it’s a different world that’s waiting for us. Stay Home, Save Lives.

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Paragraph Development
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the
common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-
CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a
new strain that has not been previously identified in humans.

Coronaviruses are zoonotic, meaning they are transmitted between animals and people.
Detailed investigations found that SARS-CoV was transmitted from civet cats to humans
and MERS-CoV from dromedary camels to humans. Several known coronaviruses are
circulating in animals that have not yet infected humans. Common signs of infection include
respiratory symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. In more
severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney
failure and even death.

Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include regular hand washing,

covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly cooking meat and eggs.
Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing
and sneezing.

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