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Varvara A Mouchtouri1, Evagelia Agathagelidou1, Kleovoulos Kofonikolas1
1Department of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Thessaly, 41222 Larissa, Greece.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|December 2, 2020
Summary
Greek adults showed varied knowledge and practices regarding COVID-19 during lockdown. Younger adults and those with limited information sources had lower knowledge scores, highlighting a need for targeted public health campaigns.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Social Science
Background:
- Investigated public knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Greece during the April 2020 lockdown.
- Aimed to identify factors linked to COVID-19 misperceptions and behavioral patterns needing intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- Assess the general Greek population's understanding and behaviors concerning COVID-19.
- Identify demographic and informational factors influencing COVID-19 knowledge and practices.
- Evaluate attitudes towards COVID-19 vaccination and current preventive measures.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study involving 1858 participants from the general Greek population.
- Geographically stratified cluster sampling and random-digit dialing survey conducted by 29 interviewers.
- A 35-question questionnaire administered between April 15 and May 2, 2020.
Main Results:
- 62.7% of respondents answered at least 12 out of 17 knowledge questions correctly.
- Lower knowledge scores were associated with younger age (18-44), male gender, specific occupations, and fewer information sources.
- 18.9% opposed future vaccination, while 81.1% were open to it; only 40% used face masks and 42% practiced appropriate handwashing.
Conclusions:
- Information campaigns should be tailored for individuals under 45 to improve understanding and promote adherence to control measures.
- Further research and targeted surveys are necessary to refine and develop effective public health prevention strategies for COVID-19.
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