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Determinants of face mask-wearing behaviour during the COVID-19 pandemic among Southeast Asian countries
An Hoai Duong1, Sherry Mariz Rafael2, Michelle Dela Rosa2
1Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics, Business School, Griffith University, Nathan, QLD, Australia.
Background:
COVID-19 has claimed millions of lives, with severe economic impacts, particularly in resource-limited developing nations. Despite vaccines, face masks remain vital to curb transmission. However, variable adherence poses risks amid emerging variants.
Objectives:
To identify mask-wearing determinants and associations with demographics, knowledge, perceived laws/enforcement, and concerns about disadvantages.
Study Design And Methods:
Using survey data from 1200 respondents in the Philippines, Vietnam, and Indonesia (July-September 2021), binary logistic regression determined factors influencing individuals' face mask-wearing behaviour.
Results:
Socio-demographic factors significantly predicted mask-wearing. Compliance increased with better knowledge of the virus and pandemic. Positive perceptions of relevant laws and enforcement improved behaviour, while individuals unconcerned about the disadvantages of masks were more likely to adopt recommended practices.
Conclusions:
While mask-wearing is strongly recommended to prevent COVID-19, adherence varies significantly with socio-demographics, knowledge, perceptions of law enforcement, and personal concerns.
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