Integrated One Health Perspective on facility responses in Hue city’s food supply chains during the COVID-19 crisis

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic is a global crisis and can has led to disruptions in the food supply chain. This study examines the responses of food supply chain facilities in Hue City during the COVID-19 crisis through an integrated One Health perspective, focusing on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of workers, as well as the adaptive strategies of workplaces. A cross-sectional survey was performed to investigate the food supply chain participants related to the Hue City, Vietnam markets. Data was collected from a direct interview and rapid assessment among 300 workers and 28 facilities in the chain. The results indicated that the COVID 19 pandemic disrupted the chain, with 12 out of 28 workplaces closed and half of the sites experiencing infection. Almost of workers had understood knowledge and strongly agreed with the COVID-19 preventive strategy. The mean attitude item score ranged from 4.15 to 4.37. Regarding individual responses, all workers (100%) wore masks, and 88.7% indicated that their workplaces had maskwearing regulations in place. The study found that the COVID-19 pandemic negatively affected the mental health of 56.3% of participants and caused delays in health examinations for 44% of them. This study highlights the urgent need for implementing effective measures to prevent COVID-19 transmission within the food supply chain. An integrated One Health approach is crucial in mitigating the disease’s impacts and potential future crises. We can ensure food security through coordinated efforts between public health authorities, agricultural stakeholders, and other relevant sectors.