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The Correlation Between COVID-19 Data and National Culture From the Beginning of Omicron to the End of the COVID-19 Pandemic Period: Based on the Hofstede's National Culture Theory

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  • Christina Ling-Hsing Chang

    (National Sun Yat-Sen University, Taiwan)

  • Sheng Wu

    (Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan)

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This study examines the correlation between Hofstede's cultural dimensions and the impact of COVID-19, focusing on the role of information technology infrastructure in pandemic management. Using Hofstede's six dimensions—power distance, individualism versus collectivism, masculinity versus femininity, uncertainty avoidance, long-term orientation, and indulgence versus restraint—and data from the International Academy of CIO, International Institute for Management Development, and the World Health Organization (May 20, 2022–March 16, 2023), the study analyzes COVID-19 patterns across seven cultural regions: North-South-West Europe, Eastern Europe, Africa, Anglo Saxons, Latin America, Muslim World, and South-East Asia. Findings reveal significant correlations, such as power distance and individualism versus collectivism in Africa, uncertainty avoidance in the Muslim World and South-East Asia, and long-term orientation in Latin America and South-East Asia. Information technology infrastructure is essential for effective COVID-19 management, providing valuable insights for future policy development.

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  • Christina Ling-Hsing Chang & Sheng Wu, 2025. "The Correlation Between COVID-19 Data and National Culture From the Beginning of Omicron to the End of the COVID-19 Pandemic Period: Based on the Hofstede's National Culture Theory," International Journal of E-Health and Medical Communications (IJEHMC), IGI Global, vol. 16(1), pages 1-40, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:igg:jehmc0:v:16:y:2025:i:1:p:1-40
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