COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Research Articles

Prevalence of COVID-19 Status among the People of Different Strata

Background: Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an irresistible illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 infection. Most individuals who drop wiped out with COVID-19 will involvement gentle to direct side effects and recoup without uncommon treatment. Some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. However, it is preventable through obeying some measures of personal hygiene. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted to determine COVID-19 status among people of different strata in Uttara and Savar. A total of 1200 conveniently selected respondents were interviewed face-to-face using a semi-structured questionnaire. Results: Mean age was 38.59 years with standard deviation ±14.117 years. Majority (63.33%) were male. Among them 20.7% were housewives, 11.5% were students, 15.3% were businessmen and 9.3% were service holders. Most (98.6%) of the respondents mentioned to know about pandemic situation of COVID-19. Among the respondents 207 (17.3%) suffered from COVID-19. Among those who suffered from COVID-19 (207), 157 performed test for COVID-19 and was positive. The other 50 did not perform test and only assumed to be suffering from COVID-19 as they had symptoms. On the other hand, 993 respondents mentioned of not suffering from COVID-19. Among them, 803 had no symptom and 190 underwent COVID-19 test and were negative. Proportion of suffering from COVID-19 was found high among the doctors (64.1%), service holders (22.5%), students (21.7%) and teachers (21.1%). Conclusion: Measures to be undertaken to create awareness among the people to abide by the health rules so that we can reduce the incidence of COVID 19. EWMCJ Vol. 12, No. 1&2, January-July 2024: 80-87

The effects of the changes in the depression on suicidal ideation among older adults aged 75 and above before and after the COVID-19

BackgroundThe unprecedented pandemic situation of COVID-19 has had a negative impact on the mental health of many people, especially among the "old-old" older adults who are aged 75 or older. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the changes in depression among "old-old" older adults before and after the onset of COVID-19, and the extent to which depression affects suicidal ideations.MethodThe 12th to 16th Korea Welfare Panel Study(KoWePS) conducted from 2017 to 2021 was used for analysis. For this study, 771 older individuals with complete data to estimate the degree of change of depression were selected as the final analysis subjects.ResultA Growth Mixture Modeling(GMM) analysis was conducted, resulting in the classification of two groups: an increasing group and a decreasing group. The study findings showed that "old-old" older individuals with high levels of depression, specifically those in the decreasing group, may be more susceptible to suicidal ideation. Despite this steep change slope, the decreasing group still exhibited a higher level of depression in 2021 compared to the increasing group. As per characteristics, the decreasing group, which showed a higher prevalence of suicidal ideation, had a higher proportion of women and individuals with lower levels of education, those living alone, and a lower household income compared to the increasing group.ConclusionIt is important to note that although the study emphasized the need to prioritize intervention for the decreasing group with consistently high levels of depression, the majority of individuals belong to the increasing group, which exhibited a gradual increase in depression levels over time. Therefore, intervention plans should be developed concurrently for both groups. Also, it is crucial to implement proactive efforts targeting groups with understandings of these characteristics when establishing preventative measures for depression and suicidal ideation among "old-old" older adults.

Psychological well - being of nurses in crisis situations during the covid - 19 pandemic: A phenomenological study

Purpose: The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly impacted health workers, one of which is the nurses who are tasked with intensively accompanying COVID-19 patients. Strict health protocols and high workloads due to the COVID-19 pandemic can have a physical and psychological impact on nurses caring for COVID-19 patients. From a psychological perspective, it is important to manage Psychological Well-being (PWB) in order to avoid continuing psychological disorders that will also have an impact on the individual's physical condition. The purpose of this study was to explore the descriptions of PWB among nurses caring for COVID-19 patients. Method: This study uses qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. Informants were selected using a purposive sampling technique and data were analyzed using a deductive thematic analysis approach. Result: The results of this study show that even though nurses experience crisis situations, they are able to manage their psychological well-being. An important initial aspect to manage is self-acceptance. Conclusion: Apart from that, reflective abilities are also important so that nurses are able to find ways to maintain environmental mastery, overcome difficult situations independently, build positive relationships, and be aware of their personal growth while facing the COVID-19 pandemic crisis situation.

Quality of life of covid-19 patients attending selected post-covid units

Background: Disease process and its outcome can create impacts on human life; it also impairs quality of life (QoL). During the COVID-19 pandemic situation, a devastating impairment of quality of human life has been occurred over the world. This study aimed to state the quality of life of COVID-19 patients attending post-COVID units of Dhaka Medical College Hospital and Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 90 COVID-19 Patients (post-COVID period) in post COVID unit of Dhaka Medical College Hospital and Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University by pretested structured questionnaire, from July 2021 to December 2021, using a convenient sampling method. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews. Results: The majority of the respondents (46.7%) were within the 30 to 39 years of age group. In this study about 73.3% of respondents lead poor quality of life after recovery from COVID-19. The findings revealed that, Post COVID depression history of the respondents was associated with the quality of life of the respondents after recovery from COVID-19 (p=0.001). The findings also revealed that the type family of the respondents was associated with the quality of life of the respondents after recovery from COVID-19 (p=0.001). Those who were not admitted into hospital during COVID-19 period maintain good quality of life after recovery from COVID-19 than those who were admitted on hospital during COVID-19 period (p=0.006). Inferential statistics were done at a 95% confidence interval and 5% level of significance. Conclusions: This study described state of quality of life of COVID-19 patients attending on post-COVID units. It was found that near about three fourth of the respondents seemed that their quality of life became poor after recovery from COVID-19. JOPSOM 2023; 42(1):49-53

Factors Associated with Stress among Healthcare Personnel after COVID-19 in Northeast Thailand: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has affected people psychologically worldwide, particularly healthcare personnel. Even though the COVID-19 pandemic situation has eased, healthcare personnel must still perform their duties, which has resulted in psychological impacts, particularly stress. Objectives This study aimed to examine the risk factors associated with stress among healthcare personnel post-COVID-19 pandemic in northeast Thailand. Methods A cross-sectional analytic design was conducted from January to April 2023. One thousand and three hundred healthcare workers were selected from primary, secondary, and tertiary hospitals across 16 districts within Chaiyaphum province. The questionnaires were used to collect data, and the stress test 5 (ST-5) questionnaire was used to investigate stress among healthcare personnel. Results The overall stress rate for healthcare workers was 15.47%, including very severe (8.85%) and severe (6.62%). The factors associated with stress consisted of work position, environment of work, personal life such as education level and income, and responsibility for taking care of family members, in addition to experiencing quarantine from COVID-19 were more likely to have a high risk of stress problems among healthcare workers. Conclusion This result highlighted that the mental health of personnel should be in critical situations, and those found severely afflicted should undergo professional care. To prevent psychological issues, particularly stress, health organizations should be concerned with strong organizational management, which includes supporting bonuses and providing high-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) to healthcare staff.

Emotional overeating and eating motives during COVID-19 in Polish women: Intergroup comparison among participants in various body mass index categories

Introduction: Taking into account the situation of the COVID-19 pandemic and the ac-companying lockdown resulting in increased negative emotions, it is interesting to learn about eating motives and behaviors and check their intensity. The aim of this study was to investigate the differences between Polish women in various body mass index categories in terms of eating motives and emotional overeating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Material and methods: This study sample comprised 1,447 women (Mage = 31.34 ± 11.05; MBMI = 23.79 ± 4.59). The research used the following tools: the Eating Motivation Survey, the Emotional Overeating Questionnaire, and socio-demographic questions. Results: Focusing on selected significant outcomes, women with obesity had a higher level of emotional overeating and affect regulation related-eating motive and a lower level of need & hunger- and health-related eating motives than women with normal body weight. Conclusions: In view of the results of this and other eating-behavior-related studies, it is worth considering the possibility of additional researches related to the COVID-19 pandemic and other crisis situations. Eating behaviors are an important aspect of maintaining proper mental and physical health of people, so it is worth remembering that public healthcare professionals (such as psychologists, nutritionists, and primary care physicians) can effectively help reduce incorrect eating behaviors.

Internet-based therapist-supported interpersonal psychotherapy for depression: A randomized controlled trial

BackgroundDepression is a common disorder for which there are several treatments options including different psychological treatments. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of internet-based interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) for symptoms of depression in randomized controlled trial. MethodsFollowing recruitment via advertisement a total of 113 participants with mild to moderate symptoms of depression were included and randomized to either a ten-week internet-based IPT with weekly therapist guidance or a waitlist control condition. The primary outcome was symptoms of depression measured weekly with the Montgomery Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS-S) and at pre- and post-treatment assessment with the Beck's Depression Inventory (BDI-II). Secondary outcomes were self-rated quality of life and symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder. We also measured therapeutic alliance and treatment credibility. Outcomes were evaluated with a latent growth curve model (for MADRS-S) and robust linear regression models (for the other measures). The trial was conducted during the Covid-19 pandemic in the spring of 2021. ResultsSignificant differences favoring the treatment group were found on three of the four outcomes: BDI-II, quality of life ratings, and ratings of generalized anxiety. Between-group effect sizes for these outcomes were moderate (BDI-II, quality of life) or small (generalized anxiety). The latent growth curve model did not indicate a significant difference on the weekly MADRS-S ratings. Exploratory analyses did not show an association between therapeutic alliance, treatment credibility and outcome. LimitationsMissing data at post-treatment was high in the treatment group (37 %), though the missingness was not significantly related to observed ratings at pre-treatment or estimated trajectories during the treatment. Few participants completed all modules. The Covid-19 pandemic situation may have affected both effects and dropout rates. ConclusionsInternet-based IPT can lead to significant improvements, though the reductions in symptoms of depression were not consistent across the two measures used. Completion rates and dropout patterns suggest a need for improved acceptability. Trial registrationThe trial was preregistered at Clinicaltrials.gov (Identifier: NCT04721678). Registered January 2021.https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04721678

The Effect of Emotional Intelligence and Resilience on Anxiety in the Covid-19 Pandemic situation in MSME Entrepreneurs in Indonesia

The Effect of Emotional Intelligence and Resilience on Anxiety in the Covid-19 Pandemic situation in MSME Entrepreneurs in Indonesia

Community pharmacists' perceptions and experiences of medicine shortages in disruptive situations: a qualitative study.

Medicine shortages are a challenge in upper, lower and middle-income countries, including South Africa. In recent years, community pharmacists, in Durban, South Africa, have experienced the COVID-19 pandemic, flooding, civil unrest and electricity disruptions. Little is known about the impact of these disruptions on medicine shortages in community pharmacies. To explore community pharmacists' perceptions and their experiences with medicine shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic and other disruptive situations. Convenience and snowball sampling were used to recruit participants. Semi-structured interviews were conducted in person or via an online video conferencing platform, which were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Using the Framework Method, the transcripts were analysed thematically on NVivo 14 software. Fifteen community pharmacists were interviewed. Five major themes emerged from thematic analysis: general perceptions of medicine shortages, the impact of disruptive situations, the consequences of medicine shortages, mitigation strategies; and further suggestions and resources. Disruptive situations were perceived to exacerbate shortages. Participants perceived a negative financial impact on patients and pharmacies, with out-of-pocket costs affecting the former and loss of income affecting the latter. The mitigation strategies used were contacting stakeholders, medicine substitution and stock management. Community pharmacists felt that improved communication, collaboration, policies, notification systems and guidelines would mitigate shortages.

Assessment of Quality of Life of Doctors during Corona Pandemic in a Tertiary Hospital in Dhaka City

Background: Corona pandemic is an event where there is a rupture of the normal life pattern. The healthcare professionals specially doctors had faced an unknown potential threat to life that made them work in an intense and fearful situation. So, their quality of life (QOL) was affected in that pandemic. Objectives: To assess the physical health, psychological, social relationship, and environmental domains of quality of life of doctors during COVID-19 pandemic in a tertiary level hospital. Methods: It was a cross sectional study that included 100 doctors who were working during corona pandemic in BSMMU. Then they were interviewed with a semi-structured socio-demographic questionnaire. Quality of life was assessed by validated Bengali version of World Health Organization quality of life scale brief (WHOQOL-BREF). Data analysis was performed by statistical package for social science (SPSS), version-20. Results: Among the four domains, the environmental domain had the lowest score followed by physical health and psychological health domain and the social relationship domain showed a relatively higher score. Besides, environmental health scores of female doctors were significantly higher than those of male doctors. Perceptions of quality of life were significantly poor among doctors who were in current economic struggle (p=0.034) or in fear of future economic struggle (p=0.009). Score of environmental health domain were significantly low among doctors who were in current economic struggle (p=0.0137) as well as in fear of future economic struggle (p=0.015). Conclusion: All domains of quality of life were impaired in doctors during COVID-19 pandemic situation. Among the four domains of WHOQOL-BREF scale, environmental domain was mostly affected. Environmental health of male doctors was worse than female doctors during COVID-19 pandemic. Current as well as fear of future economic struggle in COVID-19 pandemic detrimentally affected perception of quality of life among responded doctors. These also caused poor environmental health among doctors in COVID-19 pandemic. J Com Med Col Teachers Asso Jan 2024; 28(1): 09-13

Technology Acceptance Analysis Using UTAUT: A Study of QRIS Acceptance during the Pandemic

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic situation has compelled society to practice physical distancing. One of the government's efforts is to encourage the use of the QRIS payment method to minimize direct physical contact during transactions. Objective: The purpose of this research is to analyze the primary driving factors in the adoption of QRIS technology. The research urgency is to determine the most contributing predictor from the variables within the UTAUT model among the people of Jabodetabek. Methods: This research used the quantitative method by conducting an online survey among 384 respondents distributed across the Jabodetabek region. The sampling technique utilized was non-purposive sampling with criteria including domicile, age, reasons, frequency, and experience of QRIS usage. Conclusion: The results of the factor analysis test indicate that the performance expectancy and effort expectancy variables are combined into one variable, while the social influence variable is divided into two independent variables. The research findings reveal that the perceived risk variable is the predictor with the most significant contribution in the context of the pandemic situation. Future researchers are expected to be able to develop the research model in other contexts with different goals.

Students’ Grammatical Mistakes on the Use of Language Features in Composing Narrative Text

A narrative text with several grammatical and linguistic aspects is one of the texts learned in senior high school. In fact, according to the researcher's prior observation, students faced numerous challenges when attempting to write it, especially grammatical mistakes in using language features. This study aims to detect grammatical errors in the utilization of language elements in narrative texts produced by students, as well as to determine the underlying reasons contributing to these errors. The recent research employed a descriptive qualitative methodology. Eight of the eleventh-grade students studying Online Business and Marketing major in SMK Negeri 1 Kota Sorong have been selected as the participants in this research. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation which restricted social interactions, only those students than could be reached out to gather data. The data was derived from a writing exam and a semi-structured interview. Upon analyzing the student's writing, it was discovered that they made errors in utilizing the simple past tense and action verbs. Simultaneously, the interview data indicated that the causes contributing to grammatical errors in using language features in this study were limitations, lack of attention, and carelessness. This research finding implied that the teacher must identify the most effective technique to engage the student's attention and enable them to concentrate on acquiring language skills for future use in creating narrative texts.

THE IMPACT OF THE APPLICATION OF ONLINE LEARNING SYSTEMS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON THE PSYCHOLOGICAL CONDITION AND LEARNING PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS

The application of online lectures as a lecture system implemented during the Covid-19 Pandemic is currently seen as a solution to comply with the PSBB policy and to maintain lectures that can continue in accordance with the lecture structure as stated in the Semester Learning Plan. It is undeniable, because of its sudden nature (without being preceded by socialization) there are many complaints. The purpose of this study is to describe the psychological condition of students in participating in online system learning in the Covid-19 pandemic situation and its effect on learning performanceThe results of the study prove that there are significant differences in the psychological condition and learning performance of students between before and after the implementation of the online learning system during the Covid-19 pandemic. The measure of student stress after implementing online learning was significantly higher than the measure of stress. Similarly, there are significant differences in the measure of student learning performance between before and after the implementation of online learning during the Covid-19 pandemic.

AutistiCare: A One-Stop Centre for Parents With Autism Spectrum Disorder Children In Perlis

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) typically struggle with social communication and interaction, psychomotor, activity daily living, cognitive, as well as behavioural and intention issues. It is difficult for parents and carers of children with ASD to manage their difficulties, particularly at home and at school. This going to be worst if the parents or carers are not well-equipped with related knowledge on the ASD management. The COVID-19 pandemic situation that spread the world in 2020 has caused significant mental health challenges for parents, such as anxiety and depression, as a result of additional challenges in coping with their children in everyday life, in which the usual therapies that they received at the therapy centre must be completed at home. As a result, supporting them in managing this problem is critical to improving their psychological well-being as a continual attempt from the therapy centre to home. Society nowadays is adapted to the use of the technologies because of COVID-19 phenomena. Strong evidence suggests that online intervention is equally important with a face-to-face approach that has positive effects to autistic children and provides psychological support for the parents. However, there is a gap on the digital intervention platform according to the needs of parents for ASD management especially in Perlis society. Therefore, the purpose of this project is to invent a telehealth platform, characterized as the delivery of healthcare to patients and caregivers via the Internet. The proposed system is AutistiCare targeting parents with ASD children in Perlis that will be developed through a web-based system. The system includes various intervention modules, such as online communities, including online consultations between experts and parents, psychological support through forums, psychoeducation delivered via learning materials such as videos or modules, and service-related postings such as advertisements for ASD programs or seminars. It is envisaged at the end, the system is equipped with optimal ASD management content to support parents with autistic children in Perlis. In addition, it can be a platform to seek knowledge and assistance from the expert remotely.

MARKET AS A SITE OF CITIZENSHIP: HOW YOGYAKARTA'S TRADITIONAL MARKETS RESPONDED DURING THE PANDEMIC ERA

This research aims to examine the existence of traditional markets as sites of citizenship in responding to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. This research departs from the basic assumption that the market is not only a place for economic transactions. But it is also a place for political, cultural, social and other transactions. Therefore, the Covid-19 Pandemic situation is not only related to the impact on the economy, it has a broader and deeper impact on the market as a site of citizenship. This research produces an understanding that traditional markets are quite important civic sites in the era of the Covid-19 Pandemic. The research was conducted at 4 (four) traditional markets in Bantul Regency, namely Imogiri Market, Bantul Market, Angkruksari Market and Semampir Market. The subjects of this research were 61 people consisting of traders, market organizations (APPSI), and market heads as basic government representatives. The research was carried out and analyzed qualitatively and used source triangulation and technical triangulation. This research concludes that the Yogyakarta traditional market as a civic site is relatively effective in responding to the Covid-19 pandemic because it has family values, cooperation, and trust that are relatively dominant in decision making. Meeting activities in the form of deliberation and consensus in decision making are also dominant in this research. This research is still very limited and needs to be studied more widely and in depth with a relatively different approach.

ICT (Information and Communications Technology) in Education: Change brings Challenges

The history of use of ICT in Education goes back to the era of introduction of calculators, usage of overhead projectors, video projectors, and interactive boards and so on. Our current education system promotes usage of Computer and Mobile technologies for providing education. The Covid-19 pandemic situation has made us all dependent in a positive way on ICT to continue imparting education. It has also helped in providing a platform for interaction between students, teachers, parents and educational institutions. But as with any new change there are challenges. And to understand the challenges, one needs to ask the beneficiaries and check on their experiences. It will help to get the answer of whether we are able to achieve what we intend to or is the reality very different. This paper explores the role of ICT in education and touches upon reality by analyzing the views of students and parents in rural area of Gujarat. The paper also highlights areas of concern and need for change to make ICT more effective in Education. Keywords: Covid-19, challenges, education, ICT, Information Technology, online learning, rural area.

Determinan Prilaku Ibu Hamil Melakukan Pemeriksaan Kehamilan (Antenatal Care ) Pada Masa Pandemi 19

This COVID-19 pandemic situation, many restrictions to almost all routine services including maternal and neonatal health services. Pregnant mothers become reluctant to puskesmas or other health care facilities for fear of becoming infected, the presence of a delayed pregnancy examination and class of pregnant mothers The lack of an ANC visit can cause danger to both mother and fetus such as the occurrence of bleeding during pregnancies due to the lack of detection of signs of danger. The aim of this study is to analyze determinants related to the behavior of pregnant mothers in performing pregnancy screening during the Covid 19 pandemic in BPM “S” in 2021. The study was conducted using the analytical Survey method using the cross sectional approach, the population of this study is all pregnant TM III mothers who made the ANC visit in January-November 2021. The samples were obtained by accidental sampling of 45 pregnant women in the third trimester who performed an ANC in December 2021. The results of the study using Chi Square analysis showed ρ value α ≤ 0.05 is that there is a defining relationship between the behavior of pregnant mothers performing ANC with Age (ρ value = 0.044 < 0.05), Education (ρ value = 0.013<0,05), Knowledge 0,05). Kknowledge (ρ value= 0.037< 0.05 ), Attitude (ρ value = 0.039 < 0.05) and Health Facilities (ρ value = 0.035< 0.05). Whereas the unrelated variables are maternal work (ρ value = 0.198 > 0.05) and Husband support (ρ value = 0.130 > 0.05). The Covid 19 pandemic does not prevent pregnant mothers from undergoing routine pregnancy checks.

USED AND THROWN COVID -19 MASKS – THE ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES

From the issues started, Covid-19, human beings are wearing a mask for safeguards. Coronavirus is a virus from a large family that causes illness. A severe spreading of Covid-19 pandemic situation, we have been using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like mask and respirators massively and littering the used masks and respirators becomes a huge problem such as pollutions, becoming a Covid-19 gateway, and hurting animals. We are frequently using masks and respirators for protecting the spreading of Covid-19. After one year is over of the Covid-19 pandemic situation, most of the people are not stopping to wear masks and respirators. The second wave of Coronavirus is now started and its malignancy is high than the previous Covid-19. India has launched the program of Covid-19 vaccination and it is compulsory for 40 and above age groups. The second wave of Coranavirus affects even a vaccinated person. It spreads very quickly to the people compare to the spreads of Covid-19 and its symptoms are different. Reducing the spread of Covid-19 and its second wave, the World Health Organization insisted to wear a mask. Wearing a mask is a safety measure for Covid-19 and its second wave, but nobody can take care of the huge stagnation of used masks. The increase of masks usage is directly proportional to the individual

Between Desire and Anxiety: Music Performances during The COVID-19 Period In West Sumatera

This article discusses the desire and anxiety of mutual attraction experienced by traditional and popular artists in West Sumatra during the COVID-19 pandemic. Musicians in tradition and entertainment who rely on the survival of music performance services are under heavy pressure by the COVID-19 pandemic situation because performances are rarely performed, even banned. Musicians committed to the creative field of creation experience the same thing. Live music performances are considered to be the cause of the gathering of many people, which results in being vulnerable to the transmission of the COVID-19 virus. However, they still channel the desire to perform live with the risk of getting in the way. Some are creative, using digital internet technology and social media to perform virtually. The research method used in collecting data is a mixture of field and virtual research. The tug-of-war between desire and anxiety is realized through live and virtual performances with non-maximal results.

Ethnic community preferences in East Java Indonesia to types of food daily consumed (case study during the Covid-19 pandemic)

Abstract At the beginning of 2020, due to Covid-19, the world was facing a global health and socio-economic crisis. The same thing happened in Indonesia. Social restrictions impact many things, including education, health, access to essential services, and food availability. In the Covid-19 pandemic situation, access to food availability faces problems. On the other hand, it requires sufficient and nutritious consumption. This condition needs to be known about the level of public preference for the menu eaten during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially in East Java, Indonesia. Consumer preference is a person’s choice of likes or dislikes for food to be consumed from various existing product choices. All information relating to consumer needs and desires can be identified by examining consumer preferences. This is very important not only for households but also for culinary businesses in the country in responding to the increased demand for food produced, especially for daily food menus, to produce food products that meet consumer requirements and necessities. This study aims to determine the ethnic preferences of East Java, Indonesia, for the type of daily food during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research was conducted in 2020 in East Java, Indonesia, when the COVID-19 pandemic occurred using an online survey method using a questionnaire filled out by respondents, as many as 400 respondents. Respondents were grouped by ethnicity in East Java, Indonesia. It appears that the preference of the people of East Java for the consumption of the staple food rice, the Javanese is 71%, the Mataraman is 86%, the Osing ethnic is 84%, and the Pendalungan is 59%. The preference for side dishes fried by the Mataraman ethnic is 22%, Osing is 20%, Pendalungan is 15%, and Javanese is 10%. As for the side dishes, stir-fried, steamed, grilled, gravy, and coconut milk, the Osing ethnic is 24%, Pendalungan and Mataraman are 18% each, Javanese is 17%, and Madura is 11%. The preferences of the vegetable menu are very diverse among various ethnicities in East Java. Vegetables combined with processed raw and cooked show the highest Osing ethnic 44%, Mataraman 39%, Pendalungan 34%, Madurese 31%, and Javanese ethnic 25%. Vegetables with cooked preparations have the highest Pendalungan rate of 40%, Osing 36%, Madurese 31%, Javanese 27% and Mataraman 23%. Vegetables with transparent processing and saute ed are the highest for the Mataraman and Madurese ethnicities, respectively, 38%, Javanese 29%, Pendalungan 26%, and Osing 20%. This study concluded that during the COVID-19 pandemic in East Java, Indonesia, preferences for the consumption of food menus varied and were influenced by ethnicity.