Workplace COVID-19 Stigma
COVID-19 stigma was linked to fear, uncertainty, misinformation, and blame. Stigma can affect health-seeking behaviour, psychological well-being, and social cohesion. Manufacturing workplaces in Malaysia had many COVID-19 clusters because…
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COVID-19 stigma was linked to fear, uncertainty, misinformation, and blame. Stigma can affect health-seeking behaviour, psychological well-being, and social cohesion. Manufacturing workplaces in Malaysia had many COVID-19 clusters because workers often shared close physical spaces and facilities. COVID-19 stigma remained relevant for occupational health monitoring even after COVID-19 moved into endemic management. Measuring stigma alongside knowledge may help workplaces understand factors contributing to social exclusion, delayed reporting, or reduced prevention adherence.