Impact on mental health, disease management, and socioeconomic modifications in hematological patients during the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Hematological patients are a highly vulnerable population with an increased risk of developing severe COVID-19 symptoms due to their immunocompromised status. COVID-19 has proven to cause serious mental health issues, such as stress, anxiety, and depression in the general population. However, data on the psycho-social impact of COVID-19 on hematological patients are lacking.

Objectives

This study aims to examine the psychological well-being of hematological patients in Italy during the initial period of the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, it seeks to explore the association between modifications in the management of hematological diseases and employment status of these patients during the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting mental health outcomes.

Design and me

SUBMITTER: De Muro M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10483981 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature