Experiences of Community Food Impacts and Resilience during the COVID-19 Pandemic
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This qualitative research aimed to explore the experiences of community food impacts and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. The participants were adults aged 20 and above residing in communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in Bangkok. Through purposive sampling, 100 participants were recruited. Data were collected between August 2021 and February 2022,using a personal data questionnaire,the Food Accessibility and Security Questionnaire,and semi-structuredinterviews.Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and content analysis. Findings revealed that the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted communities' food and health. Effects on food included 1) food acquisition or access, 2) food quantity and quality, 3) food consumption,and 4)gastrointestinal systems. These effects also impact health,including both psychological and physical aspects. Community resilience included 1)Struggling to make ends meet, 2) Mutual help and support, 3) Community food care strategies,and 4) Navigating through crises. This study proposes recommendations for developing or improving food systems, planning for assistance, and community food care during crises systematically and ethically.These recommendations include creating environments that foster sustainable food production, processing, and efficient distribution and consumption, aiming to improve community nutrition,health, and well-being.
Keywords: Community, COVID-19,Food, Impacts, Resilience
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บทความ ข้อมูล เนื้อหา รูปภาพ ฯลฯ ที่ได้รับการตีพิมพ์ในรามาธิบดีพยาบาลสาร ถือเป็นลิขสิทธิ์ของวารสาร หากบุคคลหรือหน่วยงานใดต้องการนำทั้งหมดหรือส่วนหนึ่งส่วนใดไปเผยแพร่หรือเพื่อกระทำการใด ใด จะต้องได้รับอนุญาตเป็นลายลักษณ์อักษรจากรามาธิบดีพยาบาลสารก่อนเท่านั้น
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