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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Symptomatic testing is vital for COVID-19 pandemic control.
  • Understanding testing barriers is crucial for effective public health strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine COVID-19 testing rates among symptomatic individuals in the UK.
  • To identify factors associated with not seeking a test.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of two large datasets: Zoe COVID Symptom Study app users and Global COVID-19 Trends and Impact Survey (CTIS) respondents.
  • Examined testing proportions, symptom identification, and reasons for not testing.

Main Results:

  • Testing rates increased significantly from April to December 2020 but a ~25% gap remained.
  • Fewer symptoms, shorter symptom duration, and older age were associated with lower testing.
  • Lack of knowledge about where to test was a major barrier, particularly for older, less educated individuals.

Conclusions:

  • A significant knowledge gap exists regarding COVID-19 testing protocols in the UK.
  • Targeted public health messaging is needed to address barriers related to age and education.
  • Testing accessibility and awareness are critical for pandemic response, especially in resource-limited settings.