COVID-19 information sources, knowledge, attitude and control practices among community members during the pandemic in Ebonyi state, Nigeria: an analytical cross-sectional study

BMJ Open, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(3), P. e091205 - e091205

Published: March 1, 2025

Objectives After taking a heavy toll on the world population, COVID-19 pandemic is now an endemic disease of global public health significance that requires long-term application control measures, which will likely be influenced by people’s sources information, knowledge and attitude about their previous use measures. This study aimed to further understanding information sources, knowledge, practices predictors among community members in Ebonyi state, Nigeria during pandemic. Design Analytical cross-sectional survey. Setting participants We conducted survey all consenting/assenting aged 15 years above 28 randomly selected geographical clusters between 12 March 9 May 2022. Data were collected through structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire using KoBoCollect installed Android devices. Analysis Descriptive inferential statistical analyses done, including multivariate generalised estimating equations. Results 10 825 surveyed. The radio was most common individual source (used 71.9% participants), also main trusted for majority (46.1% 44.7%, respectively). followed family members/relatives/friends (61.8%) as next COVID-19. Next radio, (13.2%) second workers (13.0%). Meanwhile, (15.2%) radio. Traditional media (55.6% 54.3%, respectively), interpersonal (36.9% 39.7%, respectively) internet/social media/text messages (7.5% 6.0%, 10.1%, 51.4% 23.7% had good practice, respectively. strongest important predictor gender. Other included marital status, educational level, age occupation. Good attitude, being married level strong practices. Conclusion evidence from this should used guide subsequent policy actions or other similar emergencies order enhance effective emergency dissemination optimal measures settings.

Language: Английский

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The effect of social media and infodemic on mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic: results from the COMET multicentric trial

Frontiers in Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: July 27, 2023

On January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared status of pandemic due to COVID-19 infection. The initial phases were characterized by uncertainty and public fears. In order cope with such unexpected conditions, people adopted different coping strategies, including search for information, accessing Internet, using social media. present study based on COMET collaborative research network aims to: (1) assess use Internet media among Italian general population; (2) explore differences in web usage between pre-existing mental disorders (3) identify changes over time along phase 1 pandemic; (4) clinical, socio-demographic contextual predictors excessive A significant increase spent an average 4.8 ± 0.02 h per day, was found global sample 20,720 participants. Compared population, significantly higher (5.2 0.1 vs. 4.9 0.02; p < 0.005). According multivariate logistic regression model, risk moderate levels depressive symptoms (OR: 1.26, CI 95%: 0.99 1.59, 0.0.005); while protective factors being students 0.72, 0.53 0.96, 0.0029) living central Italy 0.46, 0.23 0.90, 0.002). evaluation population represents a first step developing specific supportive interventions practical suggestions how safely

Language: Английский

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COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination experiences and perceptions and their predictors among community members during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ebonyi state, Nigeria: an analytical cross-sectional study

BMC Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: Feb. 22, 2024

Abstract Background COVID-19 is still a disease of global public health importance which requires long term application control measures as millions new infections or re-infections and thousands related deaths occur worldwide the risk an upsurge from strains virus continues to be threat. The decrease in use non-use preventive are among factors fuelling disease. (previous) experiences perceptions people regarding pandemic, vaccination, vaccination process that will influence subsequent preventive/control measures. We explored perceptions, their predictors, community members Ebonyi state, Nigeria. Methods conducted analytical cross-sectional study between March 12 May 9, 2022 all consenting/assenting aged 15 years above 28 randomly selected geographical clusters. A structured interviewer-administered electronic questionnaire KoBoCollect installed android devices was used collect data analysed using descriptive statistics bivariate multivariate generalized estimating equations. Results Of 10,825 surveyed: only 31.6% had strong experience perception, 72.2% good expectation 54.2% positive perception. most important predictors extent/level were level attitude towards knowledge about COVID-19. Other marital status, educational level, main occupation. Conclusions This study’s evidence, including identified inform policy actions strategies improve (and measures) state Nigeria, other similar contexts. It also future actions/strategies diseases.

Language: Английский

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COVID-19 and COVID-19 vaccination experiences and perceptions among health workers during the pandemic in Ebonyi state, Nigeria: An analytical cross-sectional study

PLoS ONE, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(5), P. e0303172 - e0303172

Published: May 9, 2024

Background COVID-19 continues to be a disease of global public health importance and requires long-term management control. Health workers’ (previous) experiences perceptions regarding the pandemic vaccination/vaccination process will influence not only their subsequent use control measures but also experiences/perceptions. We explored vaccination perceptions, predictors, among workers in Ebonyi state, Nigeria. Methods conducted an online-offline analytical cross-sectional survey between March 12 May 9, 2022 all categories (clinical/non-clinical, public/private) working/living state who consented participate were selected by convenience/snowballing techniques. A structured electronic questionnaire was used collect data: self-administered via WhatsApp interviewer-administered KoBoCollect for participants did have WhatsApp. Data analysed using descriptive statistics bivariate/multivariate generalized linear models. Results Of 1276 surveyed: 55.8% had strong experience perception, 80.7% good expectation 87.7% positive perception. The most important predictors extent level place work (primary-secondary/tertiary), attitude towards (vaccination), knowledge about COVID-19. Another predictor (public/private). Conclusions evidence indicate factors that should guide policy actions strategies enhance (and measures) Nigeria, other similar contexts. It considered future diseases.

Language: Английский

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Personal Wellbeing Amid Pandemic Response: Impacts of Neighborhood Built Environment, Risk Communication and Health

Applied Research in Quality of Life, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Nov. 11, 2024

Abstract Maintaining personal wellbeing is essential for an effective pandemic response due to its multifaceted impacts on various aspects of society. This study aimed evaluate during and investigate the effects built environment in neighborhoods, risk communication, health indicators. A cross-sectional survey design was adopted. sample with 5458 participants collected Hong Kong through a self-administered online survey. Personal Wellbeing Index- Adult (PWI-A) adopted measure wellbeing. indicated more than 20% decrease among residents pandemic, particularly impacting future security, safety, living standards. Positive influences included open spaces, using traditional information channels, seeking reliable media sources, confidence seeking. Conversely, negatively affected by higher percentage public residential areas, new increased social time, smoking habits chronic conditions. These findings provide critical insights into diverse individuals communities. They guide targeted interventions contribute building resilience against crises.

Language: Английский

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Lessons learned for infodemics management in future health crises by studying the fear of COVID-19 impact on health information seeking of general population

Aslib Journal of Information Management, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 1, 2024

Purpose The higher-level aim of this study is to investigate the impact health information needs satisfaction on fear COVID-19 for general population. investigation theoretically grounded Wilsons’ model seeking in context inquesting reasons as well sources population deploy during pandemic. Design/methodology/approach This cross-sectional survey examines correlations between behavior and generated through application a specially designed structured questionnaire which was distributed online. comprised four main distinct research dimensions (i.e. needs, sources, obstacles when fear) that present significant validity levels. Findings Individuals were motivated seek COVID-related cope with pandemic uncertainty. Information digital literacy levels associated Finally, conceptual framework based macro-model developed illustrate period. These results indicate need incentives enhance appropriately. Originality/value studied lenses. A well-studied theoretical adopted health-related are also reported authors’ survey.

Language: Английский

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The Impact of SARS-CoV-2 Infection on the Length of Stay in the Neuro-ICU:A Prospective Multicenter Cohort Study in Eight Neuro-ICU, China Between February and April 2023

Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: Volume 20, P. 765 - 775

Published: March 1, 2024

Purpose:The SARS-CoV-2 infection cases are increasing rapidly in neuro-intensive care units (neuro-ICUs) at the beginning of 2023 China.We aimed to characterize prevalence, risk factors, and prognosis critically ill patients treated neuro-ICUs.Materials Methods: In prospective, multicenter, observational registry study, with intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH), subarachnoid (SAH), traumatic brain injury (TBI) admitted eight Chinese neuro-ICUs between Feb 16, 2023, Apr 30, were enrolled for study.Mortality ICU stay day used as primary outcomes.Results: 131 finally included analyzed (mean age 60.36 years [SD 13.81], 64.12% male, 39.69% infected).The mortality is higher group without statistical signification (7.69% vs 5.06%, p>0.05).The length (LOS) was significantly longer among (7(1-12) 4(1-8), p<0.01), increased viral pneumonia occurrence (58.54% 7.32%, p<0.01).SARS-CoV-2 infection, surgery, low GCS scores independent factors prolonged LOS, respiratory/renal failure death. Conclusion:Based on present neuro-ICU cohort, a significant LOS neurocritically patients.

Language: Английский

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The Era of Generalist Conversational AI to Support Public Health Communications (Preprint)

Journal of Medical Internet Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 27, P. e69007 - e69007

Published: Dec. 21, 2024

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into health communication systems has introduced a transformative approach to public management, particularly during emergencies, capable reaching billions through familiar digital channels. This paper explores the utility and implications generalist conversational (CAI) advanced AI trained on extensive datasets handle wide range tasks across various domains with human-like responsiveness. specific focus is application CAI within messaging services, emphasizing its potential enhance communication. We highlight evolution current applications AI-driven including their ability provide personalized, scalable, accessible interventions. Specifically, we discuss large language models generative in mainstream platforms, which potentially outperform traditional information retrieval contexts. report critical examination advantages delivering information, case operationalization COVID-19 pandemic propose strategic deployment these technologies collaboration agencies. In addition, address significant challenges ethical considerations, such as biases, misinformation, privacy concerns, required regulatory oversight. envision future leverages apps, proposing multiagent reliability specificity communications. hope this commentary initiates necessary conversations research toward building evaluation approaches, adaptive strategies, robust legal technical frameworks fully realize benefits AI-enhanced communications health, aiming ensure equitable effective outcomes diverse populations.

Language: Английский

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