The academic literature seldom views information and communication technology (ICT) as a means to empower merchant seafarers in terms of their active and positive contributions to their mental health (MH) and overall well-being.
Momoko Kitada, Lijun Tang, Sanley Abila
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Epidemiological patterns and occupational predictors of electrocardiographic abnormalities in seafarers: a multicenter health screening analysis [PDF]
BackgroundTo analyze the results of seafarers’ health checkups, to understand the physical health status of seafarers and the high incidence of diseases, and to investigate the factors related to the abnormalities of electrocardiograms (ECG) of seafarers,
Can Cui, Hui Zhu
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Psychosocial burden, vaccination status and preventive information options for seafarers during the COVID-19 pandemic [PDF]
The vaccination rate of seafarers during the COVID-19 pandemic was initially low. Along with the well-known crew change crises, it likely placed a high psychosocial burden on shipping crews.
Nora M. Puls +7 more
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COVID-19 Crisis – Lasting Effects on Seafarers’ Well-Being and Its Potential Impact on Retention [PDF]
Seafarers’ experiences during the COVID-19 crisis have been associated with increased stress, anxiety and complaints of depression. The consequences of the crisis may have a cascading effect on seafarers’ retention, portraying the shipping industry as an
Maria Carrera-Arce PhD +3 more
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Bridging the Gap: A Triple Helix Perspective on Interventions to Strengthen Seafarers’ Mental Health [PDF]
Introduction Seafarers face substantial mental health challenges related to isolation, high workloads, and limited access to support, with 77% of surveyed seafarers reporting at least one mental health problem such as sleep disorders, anxiety, or ...
Inga Bartusevičienė, Farzana Yasmin
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A study on digital literacy and influencing factors among Chinese seafarers [PDF]
Digital literacy and skills have become critical indicators of international competitiveness, gaining attention across all sectors. As digital transformation accelerates, the shipping industry, a pivotal center of global trade, faces new challenges.
Junhua Li +4 more
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Median Nerve Neuropathy Caused by Persistent Median Artery Thrombosis
Summary:. Persistent median artery thrombosis mimicking carpal tunnel syndrome is rare. Here, we report the pathological, ultrasonography, and intraoperative findings of a case of persistent median artery thrombosis mimicking carpal tunnel syndrome. A 34-
Yusuke Miyashima, MD +4 more
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Tax aspects of foreign income of Russian seafarers [PDF]
The paper discusses the features of taxation of foreign income of individuals. The main object of the study is the income of seafarers working on ships under a foreign flag, the peculiarities of the calculation and taxation of their wages.
Lavrenteva Elena, Brovkina Aleksandra
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As a special occupational group, the working and living environments faced by seafarers are greatly different from those of land. It is easy to affect the psychological and physiological activities of seafarers, which inevitably lead to changes in the ...
Yuhu Shi, Weiming Zeng, Nizhuan Wang
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Analysis of Satellite AIS Data to Derive Weather Judging Criteria for Voyage Route Selection [PDF]
The operational limitations are discussed at the IMO as a part of the second generation intact stability criteria. Since it is a first attempt to introduce operational efforts into safety regulations, comprehensive discussions are necessary to realize ...
Michio Fujii +2 more
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