Qualitative investigation of academic routines and mental health among medical students following coronavirus vaccination.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite being essential for protecting public health, the restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic have negatively affected the physical and mental well-being of medical students. Furthermore, most students had negative perceptions of full-time online courses. The COVID-19 vaccine plays a vital role in preventing the collapse of healthcare systems and mitigating stress-related illnesses. The objective of this study was to explore medical students' self-reported feelings, symptoms, and daily routines across two key phases: the period of social isolation and the subsequent return to face-to-face learning after coronavirus vaccination.

Methods

A prospective qualitative study was conducted online with medical students in their 1st to 6th years at a univers

SUBMITTER: Felix SN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12538937 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature