Kuwait

Effects of COVID-19 Lockdown on Physical Activity and Dietary Behaviors in Kuwait: A Cross-Sectional Study

Nutrients This study seeks to understand the impact of the pandemic on physical activity and dietary behavior among adults living in Kuwait. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between 18 June and 15 July 2020, using a questionnaire disseminated through social media, including WhatsApp and Facebook. Journal Article

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Building a Sensible SIR Estimation Model for COVID-19 Outspread in Kuwait

Alexandria Engineering Journal This research presents an analysis on the impact of the preventive measures taken by Kuwait’s local authorities to control the spread. Journal Article

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Quantifying Long-Term Impacts of COVID-19 and Oil Price Shocks in a Gulf Oil Economy

The Oxford Institute for Energy Studies This paper investigates questions regarding the long-term impacts of oil price declines and COVID-19 associated shocks on Gulf economies. It uses Kuwait as a case study, teasing out policy lessons applicable to the larger GCC. Article

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Seroprevalence of SARS-CoV-2 in Migrant Workers in Kuwait

Journal of Travel Medicine This paper reports on spread of COVID-19 in migrant workers in Kuwait. Journal Article

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Threats, Victims or Allies? Migrant Communities in Kuwait’s COVID-19 Response

Middle East Institute This article reports on the negative impact of COVID-19 on migrant communities in Kuwait. Article

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GCC News Roundup: Gulf States Roll Out COVID-19 Vaccination Campaigns, Saudi Arabia Faces Financial Woes (December 1-31)

Brookings Institute This article reports on the Gulf states’ plans to battle COVID-19 and implement vaccination campaigns. Article

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Sociodemographic Variables and Illness Attitudes Toward COVID-19 in Kuwait

Canadian Journal of Behavioural Science The present study aims to investigate whether there are any significant differences in illness attitudes (worry about illness, concern about pain, hypochondriacal beliefs, thanatophobia, and treatment experience) toward COVID-19 among Kuwaiti participants. Journal Article

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The Psychological and Social Impacts of Curfew During the COVID-19 Outbreak in Kuwait: A Cross-Sectional Study

Sustainability This study evaluates the impact of the COVID-19 curfew during the pandemic on Kuwaiti citizens and residents. A cross-sectional survey was used Journal Article

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Borrowing Time: Structural Challenges to Kuwait’s Economy after COVID-19

Gulf International Forum This article is a commentary on the impact of COVID-19 on the different sectors of Kuwait’s economy. Article

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Socio-Economic and Political Impact of COVID-19 on the GCC States

Atlantic Council This report discusses the socio-economic and political implications of COVID-19 on the GCC States. Report

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