The Critical Role of Digital Regulatory Measures in COVID-19 Pandemic Protection: A Study on Digital Management
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Digital Regulation, Pandemic Protection, Covid-19, Digital Management, Crisis GovernanceAbstract
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical role of digital regulatory frameworks in managing public health crises. This study investigates the effectiveness of digital pandemic management strategies—including contact tracing, digital health passes, and AI-driven monitoring—in mitigating virus transmission. Adopting a qualitative research design, the study integrates case studies and expert interviews to assess the impact of these measures. A conceptual model is developed, linking digital governance mechanisms to pandemic control, with three hypotheses examining the relationships between digital regulation, public compliance, and health outcomes. Moreover, our findings reveal that digital governance significantly enhances crisis response by improving real-time data monitoring, optimizing resource allocation, and strengthening public trust in health interventions. However, ethical concerns regarding data privacy and surveillance remain key challenges. Through qualitative content analysis, the study identifies best practices for digital pandemic management and proposes policy recommendations for future public health crises. The results underscore the necessity of a balanced regulatory approach that maximizes public health benefits while safeguarding individual rights.
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