The Impact of COVID-19 and the Challenges of Occupational Health: A Bibliometric and Analytical Approach to Infection Control

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1595925300112

• Palavras-chave: Occupational Risks; Bibliometric Analysis; Occupational Health.

• Keywords: Occupational Risks; Bibliometric Analysis; Occupational Health.

• Abstract:

  This paper presents a bibliometric analysis of occupational risks, focusing on scientific literature published between 2020 and 2024, highlighting the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on occupational health and safety. The aim is to identify emerging trends, gaps in research and discuss the results obtained, with a view to informing future policies and practices in occupational health and infection control. The research used VOSviewer software to visualize the co-occurrence of terms and Excel to tabulate the data, analyzing articles indexed in the ScienceDirect database. The results reveal a growing emphasis on topics such as COVID-19, mental health, ergonomic practices and preventive measures, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), social distancing and hygiene protocols. In addition, the increase in psychosocial challenges such as anxiety and depression stands out, highlighting the importance of promoting mental health in the workplace. The analysis also highlights intense international collaboration and discusses ethical issues related to resource allocation and access to treatment. This study provides a solid basis for future research and practical recommendations, contributing to the creation of safer and healthier work environments, both in crisis contexts and in normal situations.