articleJournal of Medical Internet ResearchApr 9, 2020GOLD OA

Top Concerns of Tweeters During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Infoveillance Study

Hamad bin Khalifa University · Kuwait University · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Background

The recent coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is taking a toll on the world's health care infrastructure as well as the social, economic, and psychological well-being of humanity. Individuals, organizations, and governments are using social media to communicate with each other on a number of issues relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. Not much is known about the topics being shared on social media platforms relating to COVID-19. Analyzing such information can help policy makers and health care organizations assess the needs of their stakeholders and address them appropriately.

Objective

This study aims to identify the main topics posted by Twitter users related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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844
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100%
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Authors

5

Topics & keywords

Keywords
  • Pandemic
  • Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
  • 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak
  • Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)
  • Virology
  • Business
  • Medicine
  • Outbreak
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