Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) affects the respiratory system. Studying the clinical characteristics of this infection has revealed its tropism to the nervous system, which is responsible for neurological and sensory damage, in particular, dizziness and hearing loss. To determine the frequency and characteristics of the neurological impairment represented by dizziness and hearing loss in healthcare professionals (HCP) with COVID-19.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Healthcare workers (HCW) may experience anxiety and prolonged work schedules during pandemics. The mental health status after a COVID-19 infection and the work ability of HCW are interesting criteria in assessing their fitness to work at the return to work (RTW) medical visit.
Objectives: To assess mental health and work ability after a COVID-19 infection among HCW at the RTW medical visit.