Global epidemiology of COVID-19 knowledge, attitude and practice: a systematic review and meta-analysis

BMJ Open, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 11(9), P. e051447 - e051447

Published: Sept. 1, 2021

Objective To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of global general population regarding COVID-19. Design Systematic review meta-analysis. Methods MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL PsycINFO were used to identify articles published between 1 January 30 June 2021 assessing KAP COVID-19 in population. The quality eligible studies was assessed. Random effects model obtain pooled proportion each component Heterogeneity (I 2 ) tested, subgroup correlation analyses performed. Results Out 3099 records, 84 from 45 countries across all continents 215 731 participants’ included this study. estimated overall correct answers for good 75% (95% CI 72% 77%), 74% 71% 77%) 70% 66% 74%), respectively. Low-income countries, men, people aged below years with 12 education or less had lowest scores. Practice scores 60% Africa Europe/Oceania. Overall heterogeneity high ≥98%), publication bias present (Egger’s regression test, p<0.01). A positive significant knowledge (r=0.314, p=0.006), (r=0.348, p=0.004) observed. Conclusions This study’s findings call community-based awareness programmes provide a simple, clear understandable message reinforce especially efficacy preventive measures low lower middle-income Europe/Oceania, which will translate into practice. Targeted intervention education, unemployed should be recommended. As most online surveys, underprivileged remote rural may have been missed out. Additional are needed cover heterogeneous populations. PROSPERO registration number CRD42020203476.

Language: Английский

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Awareness and perception of COVID-19 among the general population: A Middle Eastern survey

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 16(4), P. e0250461 - e0250461

Published: April 22, 2021

Due to the sudden emergence of novel coronavirus as a worldwide pandemic, this study aimed evaluate awareness and practices both Jordanian Iraqi populations during early stages pandemic. A cross-sectional survey was conducted between 19 th 22 nd March assess public’s toward COVID-19. Multiple scored domains were used differences two populations. Statistical analysis reveal influence sociodemographic variables on these scores. total 3167 participants recruited in study, which, 1599 (50.5%) from Jordan 1568 (49.5%) Iraq. More than half (56.8%) (53.2%) showed average or adequate about 60% relied medical staff for COVID-19 related information. Social media second most common information source, it reported by 53.7% 62.8% participants. 90% participated precautionary measurements. Finally, 20% failed recognize droplet inhalation source transmission. Despite portrayed levels, governmental involvement is warranted increase fill gaps within their knowledge.

Language: Английский

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COVID-19 Vaccination Acceptance and Its Associated Factors Among the Iraqi Population: A Cross Sectional Study

Patient Preference and Adherence, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: Volume 16, P. 307 - 319

Published: Feb. 1, 2022

The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic poses a serious threat to countless lives. Development of an efficient vaccination can help end the pandemic. Vaccine hesitancy/refusal is huge issue that could stymie attempts combat disease. goal this study examine COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in Iraq where at July 2021, only 7.4% population was vaccinated.This cross-sectional web-based study. A survey used assess knowledge, attitudes and practice (KAP) toward COVID-19. Willingness be vaccinated against assessed, with logistic regression identify variables associated acceptance. Motives for refusal/hesitation were reported.A total 1542 participants (females = 56.7%) completed questionnaire. Participants displayed high knowledge good protective practices (median score 15 out 19 20 25 respectively). 88.6% willing vaccinated. Variables acceptance included have not been infected (OR=0.53, p=0.01), low- moderate-income (ORs=0.42 0.63, p<0.01 respectively), low education level (OR=0.33, p-value<0.01) perceived degree importance (OR=1.30, P-value<0.01). most mentioned reasons refusal concerns about safety side effects (90.35%) need more information (81.2%).Participants showed vaccination, nevertheless efforts should applied overcome barriers by participants.

Language: Английский

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A cross-sectional analysis of the predictors of COVID-19 vaccine uptake and vaccine hesitancy in Iraq

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 18(3), P. e0282523 - e0282523

Published: March 9, 2023

Vaccine hesitancy poses a significant risk to global recovery from COVID-19. To date however, there is little research exploring the psychological factors associated with vaccine acceptability and in Iraq.To explore attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination Iraq. establish predictors of uptake an Iraqi population.Using cross-sectional design, 7,778 participants completed online questionnaire their status, likelihood infection, perceived severity benefits vaccine, barriers anticipated regret, subjective norms, trust government.Vaccination rates increased age were greater males, those who married, divorced or widowed, children underlying conditions. was widespread 61.40% unvaccinated individuals reported unwillingness receive vaccine. In groups, lower government, more negative social reduced benefits.There Public health institutions should be aware influence demographic factors, as well personal beliefs on individuals' decisions vaccinate. messaging therefore aim tailored address concerns citizens.

Language: Английский

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Trends of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) antibody prevalence in selected regions across Ghana

Wellcome Open Research, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 6, P. 173 - 173

Published: July 6, 2021

Background: We set out to estimate the community-level exposure severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in Ghana. Methods: Phased seroprevalence studies of 2729 participants at selected locations across Ghana were conducted. Phase I (August 2020) sampled 1305 individuals major markets/lorry stations, shopping malls, hospitals and research institutions involved disease 2019 (COVID-19) work. The study utilized a lateral flow rapid diagnostic test (RDT) which detected IgM IgG antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 nucleocapsid protein. Results: During I, 252/1305 (19%) tested positive for or both. Exposure was significantly higher stations (26.9%) compared malls (9.4%), with 41–60-year group demonstrating highest seropositivity (27.2%). no formal education (26.2%) than those tertiary (13.1%); informally employed workers (24.0%) sector (15.0%). Results from phases II III, October December 2020 respectively, implied either reduced transmissions loss antibody expression some participants. Upper East region showed lowest (2%). IV, February 2021, doubled upper income bracket since August 2020, reflective Ghana’s second wave symptomatic COVID-19 cases. This suggested that high transmission rates had overcome initial socioeconomic stratification risk. Reflective hospitalisation trends, 21-40 age demonstrated modal (24.9) IV whilst 40-60 years 60+ previously prevalence. Conclusions: Overall, data indicates officially acknowledged, likely implying considerably lower-case fatality rate current national figure 0.84%. also suggests is predominantly asymptomatic Ghana. observed trends mimic clinical infection imply methodology used appropriate.

Language: Английский

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Who Does the Caring? Gender Disparities in COVID-19 Attitudes and Behaviors

Politics & Gender, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(1), P. 5 - 33

Published: Jan. 20, 2022

Abstract Do men and women exhibit different attitudes behaviors toward COVID-19 public health measures? Is there a gender gap in support for compliance with government recommendations during crisis? While the disproportionate effect of pandemic on suggests that they would oppose burdensome quarantine measures, theories differences prosocial communion indicate should be more likely to conform measures designed protect most vulnerable. We test hypotheses about through an original, nationally representative survey implemented Peru, one countries hit hardest by coronavirus pandemic, construction matched sample allows us make comparisons between men. find are than endorse lockdown continuation nationwide quarantine. also evidence avoiding crowded areas social gatherings. Our findings have important policy implications. The results suggest fight framed way maximizes both women.

Language: Английский

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Attitude and Level of COVID-19 Vaccination among Women in Reproductive Age during the Fourth Pandemic Wave: A Cross-Sectional Study in Poland

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 19(11), P. 6872 - 6872

Published: June 4, 2022

COVID-19 vaccination, apart from the sanitary regime, is most efficient strategy to limit spread of SARS-CoV-2 virus and significantly reduce severity disease following infection. A cross-sectional survey was conducted during fourth wave pandemic among pregnant Polish women who have already given birth evaluate level attitude vaccination. Briefly, 1196 (256 940 mothers) participated in study; 68.0% 66.2% mothers declared that they had received The frequently stated reasons not get vaccinated were possible adverse effects on mother, fetus or breastfed child, post-vaccination complications limited scientific evidence safety vaccine. identified predictors avoiding vaccination are young age, residing small cities rural areas, cohabitation, low anxiety regarding infection, little knowledge concerning maternal vaccine-induced immune protection delivered offspring. Despite unlimited access worryingly low. benefits their offspring satisfactory requires urgent educational action, particularly living outside big single motherhood.

Language: Английский

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COVID-19 health awareness among the United Arab Emirates population

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 16(9), P. e0255408 - e0255408

Published: Sept. 13, 2021

In response to the global COVID-19 epidemic, United Arab Emirates (UAE) government is taking precautionary action mitigate spread of virus. The aim this study was evaluate knowledge and practices toward among general public in UAE during current outbreak. A cross-sectional online survey 1356 respondents conducted epidemic outbreak between 9 th 24 June-2020. questionnaire consisted three sections: Socio-demographic, knowledge, practices. Independent-samples t-test, one-way analysis variance (ANOVA), chi-square binary logistic regression used. p-value (p < 0.05) considered statistically significant. total correct score practice questions high 85% 90%, respectively. Male’s sex, other marital status, illiterate/primary educational levels had a lower level than others. Participants aged 18–29 little higher ages but practices, people who live Abu Dhabi better emirates, employed Binary presented that females, years, married participants significantly associated with while female, over 30 years old, martial status singles, college-level higher, unemployed, were mean score. This provided full screening sample residents COVID-19, continuing implement health education programs pursued by highly important maintain appropriate awareness public.

Language: Английский

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Knowledge and Self – efficacy for Post CABG Surgery patients

Deleted Journal, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 8(1), P. 145 - 172

Published: April 1, 2024

Background: Coronary Artery Bypass Graft is a surgical procedure that diverts blood flow away from the narrowed and clogged arteries to improve supply heart. Patient education after CABG aids patients deal with their condition new alterations in life style inhibit repeated revascularization. The aim of this study was assess level knowledge self-efficacy for post surgery patients. Design: A descriptive research design utilized, Setting: conducted at Cardio-Thoracic Surgery outpatient Clinic Suez Canal University Hospitals, Sample: purposive sample 64 patients, Tools: Tool (1) Structured interview questionnaire: It included four parts: Part 1: Socio-demographic characteristics assessment, 2: Medical history assessment - 3: Smoking 4: Assessment about disease, risk factors, it's treatment. (2): questionnaire. Results: revealed all studied had unsatisfactory disease its' treatment un confident Conclusion: Level patient's satisfactory Patient's self- efficacy confident. Recommendations: Develop posters booklets patient complications an individualized care plan each increase self efficacy.

Language: Английский

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The Influence of Sociodemographic Heterogeneity on the Perceptions of COVID-19: A Countrywide Survey Study in the USA

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 18(17), P. 8922 - 8922

Published: Aug. 25, 2021

Background: Sociodemographic factors such as age, race, education, family income, and sex have been reported to influence COVID-related perceptions, reflected by knowledge, stress, preventive behavior. We conducted a US-based survey estimate the difference in perceptions among diverse sociodemographic groups of heterogeneity on perceptions. Methods: The enquired about parameters relevant information measure COVID-perception scores subgroups were compared with ANOVA (Bonferroni). general linear model (GLM) was used association Results: Females (75%) White participants (78%) predominant (N = 3734). Females, participants, wealthy, educated demonstrated better while minority races, younger ages, low incomes, females experienced high stress. African-Americans, adopted behaviors. Race, highest contributors predictive model. determinants had statistically significant associations knowledge (F-score 7.72, p < 0.001; foremost predictor: race), stress 16.46, income), behavior (GLM: F-score 0.001, sex). Conclusion: significantly influenced strongest

Language: Английский

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