Unfavorable Situation Research Articles

Anxiety and depressive symptoms in pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic-Broader sociodemographic causes, connections and implications.

Our study (part of multicentric "MindCOVID") investigates risk factors for anxiety and depression among pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic. The study used a prospective cross-sectional design. Data was collected using an online self-administered questionnaire. Standardized scales, general anxiety disorder (GAD)-7 and patient health questionnaire (PHQ)-9 were administered online. Multivariate regression analysis was employed to evaluate the relationship between sociodemographic, medical and psychological variables. The Czech sample included 1830 pregnant women. An increase of depressive and anxiety symptoms measured by PHQ-9 and GAD-7 in pregnant women during the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with unfavorable financial situation, low social and family support, psychological and medical problems before and during pregnancy and infertility treatment. Fear of being infected and adverse effect of COVID-19, feeling of burden related to restrictions during delivery and organization of delivery and feeling of burden related to finances were associated with worse anxiety and depressive symptoms. Social and emotional support and lack of financial worries are protective factors against mood disorders in pregnant women in relation to COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, adequate information about organization of delivery and additional support from healthcare professionals during the delivery are needed. Our findings can be used for preventive interventions, given that repeated pandemics in the future are anticipated.

Diagnosis and Prevention of Scabies in Low Mobility Patients with Cognitive Impairment

Scabies is an infectious skin disease caused by the human-specific ectoparasite Sarcoptes scabiei var. hominis. Despite the comprehensive study of scabies, the problem of its timely diagnosis in low-mobility patients with neurological and cognitive impairments remains relevant all over the world. Simultaneous administration of a large number of medications to patients with limited mobility may mask the clinical manifestations of scabies and mistakenly attribute itching to manifestations of skin allergic reactions or other dermatoses. The authors observed patient K., who was admitted in FCBRN of FMBA of Russia from 14.11.2022 to 15.11.2022. Clinical diagnosis upon admission: I69.3. The consequences of a stroke. Early recovery period of ischemic stroke in the basin of the left middle cerebral artery from 09.08.2022, atherothrombotic subtype according to TOAST criteria. Right-sided hemiparesis. Gross aphasia. Violation of the pelvic organs function. RMS 5. Comorbid diseases: arterial hypertension, controlled, the risk of CVE 4 (very high). The target blood pressure is less than 135/85 mmHg. Occlusion of the left anterior cerebral artery, middle cerebral artery. Toxic-allergic dermatitis (medicinal) in the acute phase. Based on a set of clinical data and laboratory detection of the pathogen, patient K. was diagnosed with B86 — scabies. Even though the patient was under medical supervision at the ambulatory step, scabies was not diagnosed timely. Late diagnosis of scabies leads to the spread of the disease and an unfavorable epidemiological situation.

Technology of Flour Confectionery Products with Dietary Supplement "Baktosyla"

Topicality. The unfavorable ecological situation, stressful lifestyle during the war state led to weakening of immunity and a sharp increase in diseases of the population, including diabetes. Based on the conditions above, the research consists in solving the problem of developing the technology of flour confectionery products using the dietary supplement “Baktosyla”, which is a natural sugar substitute, and is able not only to increase the quality of final products, but also to satisfy the physiological needs of humans in nutrients and energy. The aim of this article is the scientific justification and elaboration of shortbread cookies technology using the dietary supplement “Baktosyla” of increased nutritional value for sanative prescription. Research methods. The following research methods were used: analytical, organoleptic analysis, physico-chemical, statistical, mathematical processing of results using computer technologies. Results. In the process of experimental study, the shortbread cookies technology was elaborated with the replacement of 100% sugar in the shortbread dough with the dietary supplement “Baktosyla”. It was proved that the shortbread cookies “Baktosyla” have a higher organoleptic score (4.96 points) compared to the control sample (4.87 points). Additionally, it was investigated that when replacing sugar with the dietary supplement “Baktosyla” the springy and elastic qualities of the dough decrease, and the plasticity of the dough increases by 7.9% compared to the control. In terms of nutritional value, the amount of carbohydrates in the developed product decreases by 49.26%, but the amount of fiber, minerals (Na, Ca, Mg, P, Fe) and vitamins (B1, B2, C) increases. Conclusions and discussion. The developed technology of shortbread cookies with the dietary supplement “Baktosyla” led to the improvement in the nutritional value of the finished product and decrease in the energy value, which makes it possible to recommend it for implementation in the food industry and restaurant establishments for sanative nutrition.

Chronic endometritis: A protracted discussion

Introduction Chronic endometritis is one of the most important factors leading to reduced fertility in women. The protracted discussion about the presence of this nosology in clinical practice for more than 100 years does not allow to establish the true frequency of chronic endometritis in women of reproductive age. At the present stage, due to the unfavorable demographic situation both in the Russian Federation and in many countries, the study of chronic endometritis, as one of the main determinants of the lesions of the morphological and functional state of the endometrium, is relevant.The purpose of the study is to determine the current state of the problem of verification of chronic endometritis in women with infertility, reproductive losses and repeated failure of assisted reproductive technologies (ART).Materials and methods The sources of information were publications from the databases PubMed, Google Scholar, elibrary.ru and Russian medical journals in the field of obstetrics and gynecology, as well as pathological anatomy in the period from 2013 to 2022.Results and discussion An analysis of the literature showed that chronic endometritis is the cause of infertility, miscarriage and ineffective ART protocols and leads to decrease of the regenerative potential and endometrial reserve. Despite the evidence of the negative impact of chronic endometritis on the reproductive function, at the present stage, the discussion regarding diagnostic approaches to this nosology continues. The use of the histological method of research, as the main and available method for diagnosing the state of the endometrium, is not always allow to verify chronic endometritis, which dictates the need of using high technological methods to confirm and clarify the severity of the pathological process.Conclusion A unified algorithm for diagnosing chronic endometritis in patients with infertility, miscarriage, ineffective ART cycles and a qualified approach to the morphological diagnosis of the state of the endometrium, standardization of the diagnosis of chronic endometritis, and competent interpretation of immunohistochemical data make it possible to select a pathogenetically substantiated therapy aimed at the rehabilitation of reproductive function.

Cholera: Analysis and Assessment of Epidemiological Situation around the World and in Russia (2013–2022). Forecast for 2023

The aim of the review was to analyze and assess the epidemiological situation on cholera in the world and Russia in 2013–2022 and to make a forecast for 2023. Over the period of 2013–2022, 500 administrative territories affected by cholera were identified in various regions of 71 countries of Asia, Africa and America (the Caribbean region) with formation of 69 endemic foci in 16, 41 and 12 countries, respectively. In 2022, 1 209 301 cases of cholera were registered in 36 countries of the world. The intensity of epidemic process in Asian countries (Syria, Lebanon) increased. Unfavorable epidemiological situation on the African continent persisted. Epidemics and large outbreaks, which began in 2021–2022 due to emergency situations (ES) of social and natural character, continued. The prediction of the stability of the epidemiological situation on cholera in the territories of constituent entities of the Russian Federation (RF), given for 2022, has been confirmed. In 2022, 43 non-toxigenic strains of Vibrio cholerae О1 were isolated from surface water bodies, 8 V. cholerae nonO1/nonO139 strains – from humans. Similarity of those strains with genetically closely related ones isolated in the course of monitoring in previous years in Russia, Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR) and Zaporozhye Region was demonstrated. In 2023, the risks of importation of the infection into RF are retained. It is associated with the intensification of epidemic processes in Asian, African and Caribbean region countries. The extended border with Ukraine, to where importation of cholera from endemic countries is possible, contributes to increased degree of threat. Bioterrorism is also not excluded. The consequences of a possible cholera epidemic complication in DPR, Lugansk People’s Republic, Zaporozhye and Kherson Regions are exacerbated by social emergencies resulting in disruption of infrastructure, interruptions in water supply, etc. In the absence of implementation of the risks of importation of this infection on the territory of RF, a stable epidemiological situation on cholera will be retained. Detection of non-toxigenic V. cholerae O1 strains (including probability of clonal complexes formation), as well as strains of non-O1/non-O139 serogroups, which can be etiological factors of sporadic cases or outbreaks of diarrheal diseases, in surface water bodies is predicted.

Status of Innovation in Central Libraries of Iranian Medical Universities

Background: Librarians need to provide innovative services to different target groups. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the innovation status in the central libraries of Iranian medical universities. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 2020. The study population consisted of 67 managers of the central libraries in Iranian medical universities. Data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire whose validity was confirmed by experts; its reliability was also confirmed with an alpha coefficient of 0.98. The data analysis was performed with descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS version 24 software. Results: The mean innovation score in the studied libraries was 3.5 ± 0.74 in the dimension of organizational innovation and 3.2 ± 0.73 in service innovation, both of which were relatively desirable. However, the innovation level in the technological dimension was 2.7 ± 0.54, which was a relatively unfavorable situation. There were no significant relationships between gender (P = 0.88, 0.16, 0.17), age (P = 0.287, 0.708, 0.981), education degree (P = 0.561, 0.943, 0.935), work experience (P = 0.284, 0.656, 0.782), and education level (P = 0.605, 0.122, 0.033) and the types of innovation in medical libraries. Conclusions: In the digital era, libraries need to focus on innovation, redefine their plans, do strategic planning to change their roles, and take practical steps to provide services for their users’ needs.

Ռուս-ուկրինական մերօրյա հակամարտությունը և Հայկական հարցը / Today's Russian-Ukrainian Conflict and the Armenian Question

Centuries-old Russian-Ukrainian conflicts over Crimea, Donetsk, and Luhansk have escalated sharply since 2014. The falsifiers of history also contribute to their further deepening. which invent false myths and distort not only history but also current realities. Based on these invented theses, the legislative and executive bodies of those countries make unrealistic and extreme decisions in many cases. All that led to 2019. started a devastating war. A war that has become a touchstone for the formation of a new world order and has a direct impact on all countries and peoples, including RA and all Armenians. Once again, the Armenian issue, which has not been discussed, has appeared in this unfavorable situation and has been suspended.

Персональний податковий менеджмент: теоретичні аспекти та практична реалізація

Abstract. Introduction. In modern economic literature, tax management is considered at three levels: macro-, microand sub-micro levels. Each of the levels has its subjects, object of management, structure, purpose, methods, tasks and tools. State and corporate tax management are actively researched by domestic scientists, while personal tax management is practically unresearched and needs a more thorough study of theoretical and practical aspects. Purpose. The purpose of this study is to determine the theoretical aspects of personal tax management and to study its practical implementation in our country. Results. The authors gave and analyzed the definitions of domestic scientists and proposed a number of clarifications. In particular, consider personal tax management not from the perspective of an individual citizen, but from the perspective of a household. Also, it is proposed to consider as an object not the management of personal income, but the management of the tax burden, which is calculated as the ratio of the amount of taxes paid to the amount of income. Based on the analysis of the definitions of domestic scientists, an own definition was proposed. In addition, a description of the main elements of the personal tax management system was given. Subjects, object, purpose, methods and tools, stages and blocks of personal tax management are defined. The main reasons for insufficient theoretical justification and practical application of personal tax management in Ukraine are described. Conclusions. As a result of the study, the authors came to the conclusion that personal tax management is an integral part of the financial literacy of the population and consists in the application of tax planning and tax optimization methods. The goal of personal tax management is to reduce the tax burden on the household and maximize their net income. Regarding the prospects for the development of personal tax management in Ukraine, taking into account the extremely unfavorable demographic situation, which has worsened even more due to the war and the crisis of the solidarity pension insurance system, it is extremely necessary at the state level to introduce various mechanisms for increasing the level of financial literacy of the population. The state should encourage households (including through tax instruments) to plan their future incomes, retirement by participating in non-state pension and health insurance, as well as effectively manage savings by using financial market instruments.

Public Funding of Health Resort Treatment in Russia: Problems and Prospects

In the context of the geopolitical crisis currently observed in Russia, the effective functioning of the sanatorium and resort sector is of particular relevance and importance for the implementation of the national security strategy. An important mechanism that ensures the efficiency of the activity of sanatorium and resort enterprises is the proper state financing of the industry. The results of the study demonstrate the generally unfavorable situation that has developed with the provision of sanatorium- and-spa treatment for citizens in Russia. The study identified the reduction in the number of citizens receiving sanatorium-and-spa treatment at the expense of state funding, as well as vouchers allocated by the state. The decrease in these indicators occurs against the backdrop of a growing use of sanatoriums privileged categories of citizens. Low levels of financing of the sanatorium and resort sector from the state, which do not cover the costs of sanatoriums and resorts, lead to a reduction in the number of responses from health resorts to government tenders and orders. The lack of proper mechanisms to support and develop the national sanatorium and resort sector can lead to a critical situation of its almost complete refusal to participate in the state rehabilitation and treatment programs. The main measures to develop the industry is to increase funding and the implementation of state support programs.

Evaluation of financial situation of Slovak businesses after 2020

The aim of the article is to evaluate the financial situation of businesses in the Slovak Republic after 2020 through selected economic indicators. We focus on small and medium – sized enterprises. We used available secondary data to characterize the development of basic economic indicators describing the economic situation of businesses. Moreover, we surveyed whether the businesses managed to cope with the increased inflation. According to our findings, the unfavourable economic situation caused by the pandemic had a negative impact on the creation of added value in the business sector in 2020. In 2021, there was a revival of economic activity, which was reflected in the increased creation of added value, as well as in the positive development of other economic indicators. As for the impact of inflation, businesses were on average able to transfer rising costs into sales.

Towards better exploiting object-based image analysis paradigm for local climate zones mapping

Local Climate Zones (LCZs) have demonstrated significant promise in urban climate research. Although an LCZ consists of diverse geographic objects, most object-based LCZ mapping research encounters difficulty and seems to have no advantage due to the huge intra-class differences of objects within an LCZ. To address this problem, we propose a new object-based LCZ mapping framework based on multi-level features, which consist of information from pixel and region, bridging adjacent objects through region-level features while preserving original image features. As only using remote sensing imagery makes it hard to fully depict urban form, we modified urban morphological parameters (UMPs) to help with mapping, including sky view factor (SVF), building surface fraction (BSF), and permeable surface fraction (PSF). In addition, a refined sampling strategy is proposed for object-based LCZ mapping to avoid unrepresentative objects. Experiments were conducted in three cities (Hong Kong, Nanjing, and Nanchang), and the results showed that the accuracy of built LCZ types (OAbu) with modified UMPs and region-level features performed best, since they performed about 20% better than those without UMPs and region-level features. Furthermore, compared with patch-based methods, it is demonstrated that the object-based strategy can more appropriately depict the boundary of an LCZ. With further analysis of results at different scales and with features extracted from different region sizes, we found that built types benefit more than natural types at fine scales, and the region size of 17 × 17 is satisfied. In fact, we expect this study would directly reverse the unfavorable situation of object-based image analysis (OBIA) paradigm in LCZ mapping.

A call for a wider perspective on sustainable forestry: Introduction to the Special Issue on The Social Impacts of Logging

Global demand for timber is projected to grow and much of this timber will continue to be sourced from natural forests. As these forests, particularly in the tropics, tend to be inhabited by the world's most marginalized communities, the social impacts of logging require more attention within policy, practice and research. This Introduction to the Special Issue of International Forestry Review on The Social Impacts of Logging compiles evidence that the overwhelmingly negative social impacts of logging are systemic. As logging companies fail to fulfill their social obligations, and elite capture is common, the extent to which local communities benefit from logging operations is minimal, while long-term, harmful effects on livelihoods, social fabric and safety are severe. Logging operations reinforce and often exacerbate pre-existing inequities, particularly for women and Indigenous people. Weak governance, a lack of transparency and poor participation procedures partially explain this unfavourable situation. However, logging will only achieve better social outcomes if underlying power-imbalances are tackled.

"La difesa del ciel vince ogni sforza" Symbolical Presentation of the Habsburgs' Dynastic Situation in the Operas Il fuoco eterno custodito dalle Vestali (1674) and Costanza e Fortezza (1723)

The subject of this study is a comparison of the symbolic messages of two festive court musical dramatic works. The first of these was performed in 1674 at the wedding of the Habsburg emperor Leopold I and his second wife Claudia Felicitas of Tyrol, and the second in 1723 at the Bohemian coronation of his son, Emperor Charles VI. The reason for the comparison of these two operas is the fact that both originated in times of an absence of male successors, when there was a real danger of the extinction of the Habsburg dynasty in the male line. The author believes that because of this fact, the two rulers abandoned the demonstration of strength and power and deliberately did not depict themselves on a symbolic level as gods of antiquity (Jupiter or Apollo) or as absolute rulers of the ancient Roman empire. On the contrary, the plot takes place in both operas in the period of the ancient Roman republic, which its citizens protect from enemy invasion. However, they can do this only through the intervention of the gods and the practice of virtues, not by force. The third common feature of both works is the rejection of offers of politically-motivated marriages between the Romans and enemy dynasties to maintain and protect the Roman state. Despite these common dynastic-political messages in both operas, each of the two monarchs presents a different solution to the unfavourable situation at a symbolic level: while Leopold I declares hope for the early arrival of male offspring, Charles VI, on the other hand, defends the Pragmatic Sanction.

Delinquent behavior of adolescents in Kyrgyzstan as a socio-pedagogical problem

Social changes in Kyrgyzstan have exacerbated such social problems as poverty, crime, ethnic conflicts, unemployment, and other negative social phenomena. Delinquent phenomena are unique and are the subject of special discussion during the period of transformation. Delinquent behavior of teenagers has a negative impact on the development of society. Changes in society create not only positive, but also negative phenomena in human and family relations. Various social pathologies (drug addiction, prostitution, alcoholism, etc.), criminalization of the social sphere, and other negative trends in its development represent a serious problem for sociological science. In 2020, the authors conducted an online sociological study (through Google Forms) with the participation of schoolchildren aged 14 to 17 years old. The geographic coverage of the survey included the city of Osh; 400 schoolchildren from two secondary schools took part in the survey. According to the results of the study, one of the main problems that parents face when raising teenagers is insufficient attention to children from parents. The main reasons for the delinquent behavior of adolescents, according to the respondents, are stressful life situations, an unfavorable situation in the family, and increased excitability, inability to control oneself.

Формирование «зеленой» архитектуры жилых комплексов (на примере Астаны, Сиднея)

In this paper, as part of the study of the "green" architecture of buildings, two large developing cities of Astana and Sydney are considered, where, according to the authors, the most pronounced forms of environmental pollution, due to a number of similar reasons for their occurrence. Today it has become obvious that the natural component of the environment is noticeably decreasing in large cities of the Earth and the appeal of the world architectural community to the environmental aspects of design and construction, contributing to the comfortable, sustainable development of urban space, has been particularly relevant for the past decades. Different cities have their own ecological situation, and depending on the climatic, socio-economic conditions, the nature of the development, their effective mechanisms for optimizing the state of urban spaces are determined. Against the background of the unfavorable environmental situation in the world, in the cities of Astana and Sydney, guidelines are being created today in the direction of the formation of environmental quality, where the relevance of issues of harmonious human interaction with the natural environment increases every year. The article discusses modern projects of residential complexes "Green Quarter" and "One Central Park". As a result of their comparative analysis, it was possible to identify distinctive and similar features in the search for methods of creating "green" architecture, defining objective prerequisites and solutions for the further development of modern housing architecture.

Catch 22 of Common Man’s Masculinity in Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman

Arthur Miller’s “Death of a Salesman” (1949) presents the working-class masculinity under threat. This paper has sought to argue that the threat is posed not only by the protagonist’s inability to assert his working-class masculine identity due to his (fear of) unemployment, but also by the instrumental use of reason by the employer and hegemonic masculinity. It has tried to unfold this threat in terms of R. Connell’s idea of ‘hegemonic masculinity’ and CALM report on crisis of modern masculinity published in 2014. The assumption is that Miller has depicted this threat by presenting the male protagonist in such an unfavorable situation that it relegates him to the vulnerable position of not being able to assert his masculine identity. It is also assumed that this threat is further validated by the presence of dominant masculinity. This research has sought to dramatize the playwright's consciousness of the masculinities in conflict and its outcome in America. This research is critically significant because reading this drama from the perspective of the crisis of subordinate or working-class masculinity is a far cry.

Effect of Cement Type and Water-to-Cement Ratio on Fresh Properties of Superabsorbent Polymer-Modified Cement Paste

Superabsorbent polymer (SAP) is a material with the ability to absorb liquid and desorb liquid from and to the environment, and it can ensure the internal curing of cementitious composites. Although the fresh state properties of SAP-modified mixtures (SAPCP) are affected and have been investigated nowadays, the rheological properties of SAPCP are still a virgin field and they are worth studying. Hence, the current study was aimed and conducted to observe what occurred if cements with different chemical compositions, various ratios of water/cement (w/c) and SAP were used together. Accordingly, CEM I 42.5R, CEM II/A-LL 42.5R and CEM IV/B (P) 32.5R were selected as binders in the mixtures, and w/c ratios were 0.40 and 0.50 for SAPCPs. In total, 24 mixtures were designed, produced and tested in the laboratory and spreading table tests, Vicate tests, viscosity tests and shear tests were conducted on the fresh state of the mixtures to observe the fresh behavior of SAPCPs. As a result, it was determined that the SAP, cement and w/c combinations considered in the article were effective on SAPCP fresh properties and rheology. However, it was determined that the use of high amounts of SAP in the mixture, high cement fineness and high oxide ratios in the cement (ratios of silicon dioxide/calcium oxide and aluminum oxide/calcium oxide) negatively affected not only the fresh state properties, but also the rheology. Moreover, the coexistence of the aforementioned negative conditions was the most unfavorable situation: high SAP ratio + high cement fineness + high oxide ratio in SAPCP. For these reasons, it was concluded that cement fineness and chemical composition should be taken into account in the rheology/workability-based design of SAPCPs. Then, the SAP content can be regulated for design purposes.

Cognitive Modeling of Information Support for Game-Based Automated Learning

Purpose of research. The main goal of this work is to increase the efficiency of automated game learning based on cognitive modeling. Based on the methodology of system analysis and cognitive modeling of weakly structured situations, the structure of a gaming automated training complex is proposed, which can be used in training personnel in various subject areas. In our case, staff training was simulated in stereotypical and non-stereotypical situations.Methods. This work is based on the general provisions of systems theory and system analysis, mathematical graph theory (which is based on cognitive modeling). The main tool of cognitive modeling was the construction of fuzzy cognitive maps of Silov. A modification of the algorithm for calculating the main system indicators of a fuzzy cognitive map was proposed. Game modeling, based on business games, was used for automated learning. The concept of an operational game was introduced, then modeling of the development of some unfavorable situation was carried out using fuzzy cognitive maps..Results. he main result of this work is the method of cognitive modeling of information support for game-based automated learning. Based on the developed methodology, a game simulation simulation of the operational game "House Fire" was carried out, which was based on the construction of a fuzzy cognitive map, for which the main quantitative system indicators of mutual influence, consonance and dissonance were calculated.Conclusion: the developed methodology allows for game modeling of unfavorable (including emergency) situations, which in the future will ensure adequate behavior of students in real situations.

Girls With Social and/or Attention Deficit Re-Examined in Young Adulthood: Prospective Study of Diagnostic Stability, Daily Life Functioning and Social Situation

Objective: Investigate diagnostic stability, daily life functioning and social situation in women diagnosed with ADHD and/or ASD in childhood. Methods: Prospective 17 to 20-year follow-up study of 100 girls of whom 92 diagnosed in childhood with main DSM-IV ADHD or ASD, and 60 comparison girls. Ninety and 54 of these women were examined (M = 27, 4 years old) with semi-structured interviews and questionnaires, close relatives were interviewed. Results: At follow-up, 89% of women with ADHD or ASD in childhood still met the criteria for either of these diagnoses. Very few women were “in remission.” In 34% the main diagnosis shifted from ADHD to ASD. Women with ADHD and ASD had significantly more disability and unfavorable social situation than comparison women. Conclusion: Women with ADHD and/or ASD in childhood had impairing problems 17 to 20 years later. Early ADHD changed to ASD in adulthood in some cases. Nearly all with ASD met criteria for ADHD as adults.

Decrypting the Effect of COVID-19 Pandemic on Food and Nutrition Security in Kenya

Globally, there has been tremendous effort towards ending hunger and malnutrition in all its forms by the year 2030. These efforts have not realized the desired results due to conflicts within and without countries, climate variability and extremes, and economic slowdowns and downturns. In Kenya, food and nutrition insecurity existed even before the emergence of COVID-19 pandemic. With the occurrence of the pandemic, food systems and food supply chains relied upon by the population to access sufficient and affordable food of high nutritional value further worsened the already unfavorable situation. The gradual shocks and interruptions on food systems and food supply chains by the climate change, high poverty levels, income inequality, high cost of healthy diets, labor shortages coupled with global recession and pandemic containment measures required urgent attention and timely interventions to protect the vulnerable population. This view point paper provides an insight of the effect of COVID-19 pandemic on food and nutrition security, and the trends affecting food systems. The paper adopted descriptive approach which utilized an array of contemporary scholarly views and their research outputs on food and nutrition security which resonated with the Kenyan situation. The study findings emphasized on the need to adopt a multidisciplinary and multifaceted approach when addressing food and nutrition security even at the time of a pandemic in order to achieve the intent for the realization of the right to food of high nutritional value. The study revealed that Kenya should adopt diverse strategies for enhancing food and nutrition security, thus including crop diversification, crop bio-fortification, research on genomics and precision breeding, agroecology technique application, capacity building of extension workers, investing in climate smart agriculture and adoption of human centered design model to enhance resilient food systems. The findings will be vital to policy and decision-makers responsible for food and nutrition security.