Studies on Research Trends in Construction Sites Infectious Diseases: A Systematic Literature Review
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The construction industry has longstanding issues with infectious disease prevalence among on-site workers, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, academic literature lacks sufficient empirical evidence about the prevalence and impact of infectious diseases in the setting of construction sites. This study intended to identify the prevalence of infectious diseases at construction sites by formulating systematic data on the study of infectious diseases in this context. In this study, data on prevalent infectious diseases on construction sites were obtained from a secondary source based on a systematic literature review (SLR) following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review (PRISMA) standards and by utilising thematic analysis. The related studies for each selected infectious disease were identified through this process. The findings, based on academic databases such as Scopus, PubMed, ScienceDirect and Emerald Insight, revealed eight prevalent infectious diseases on construction sites: dengue, tuberculosis (TB), leptospirosis, Hepatitis B, HIV, Hepatitis C, malaria and syphilis. This study contributes to theoretical understanding and practical insights into this crucial area, addressing methodological constraints and suggesting future research and initiatives. At the same time, this study is applicable to encourage further empirical research and the development of preventive and treatment strategies for prevalent diseases in construction settings.
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