Examining the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Lifestyle and Perceived Health among Infected and Non-Infected Hungarian Adults
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Submitted on: Jan 8, 2026
Accepted on: Mar 25, 2026
Published on: Apr 2, 2026
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