A cross-sectional study of knowledge, attitude, behaviour and preventive measures for COVID-19 infection in Lebanon
East. Mediterr. health j
; East. Mediterr. health j;29(4): 295-301, 2023-04.
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ABSTRACT
Background:
The World Health Organization has often reiterated its recommendations for the prevention of COVID-19, however, the success of these measures largely depends on public knowledge and attitudes.Aims:
This study assessed the relationship between knowledge, attitude, behaviour and preventive measures for COVID-19 infection in a Lebanese population.Methods:
This cross-sectional study was conducted between September and October 2020 using the snowball sampling technique and an online self-administered questionnaire. The questionnaire had 4 parts targeting sociodemographic characteristics; medical history; knowledge, attitude and practices (preventive measures and behaviours related to COVID-19); and mental health variables such as psychological distress. Two models were derived using multivariable binomial logistic regression to optimize the picture of COVID-19 correlates.Results:
Our sample comprised 1119 adults. Being older, female, a regular alcohol consumer, waterpipe smoker, having low level of education, low family income, and having contact with a COVID-19 patient correlated with increased odds of ever having been diagnosed with COVID-19. Participants who had ever been diagnosed with COVID-19 had a significantly better knowledge and a higher risky practice scale [adjusted odds ratio (ORa) = 1.49; 95% CI 1.27–1.74; P < 0.001; and ORa = 1.04; 95% CI 1.01–1.08; P = 0.024, respectively].Conclusion:
The most important predictors of COVID-19 infection appear to be generally well-known among the general population, however, their knowledge and adherence to preventive measures should be continuously re-evaluated. This study highlights the need for greater awareness to improve precautionary behaviours among the public.Key words
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04-international_org
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WHOLIS
Main subject:
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
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Disease Outbreaks
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Cross-Sectional Studies
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Surveys and Questionnaires
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Betacoronavirus
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COVID-19
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Lebanon
Type of study:
Guideline
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Observational_studies
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Prevalence_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Qualitative_research
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Risk_factors_studies
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
En
Journal:
East. Mediterr. health j
Year:
2023
Document type:
Article