Assessing Household Natural Disaster Preparedness in Shiraz, Iran, 2011: Results of a Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Survey

AbstractObjectivePublic education and training that focus on appropriate knowledge, attitudes, and practices have had a crucial role in preparedness. The aim of this study was to assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices of households regarding natural disasters in Shiraz, Iran.MethodsIn this cross-sectional descriptive study, we used a stratified random sampling technique. The data collection tool was a self-administered questionnaire, which was completed in through face-to-face interviews. The data were analyzed with the SPSS statistical software package (version 16).ResultsThe overall mean scores were 7.3±2.0 for knowledge, 26.3±6.5 for attitudes, and 5.2±2.2 for practices. Mean scores for all 3 factors were higher in women and married participants. In other comparisons, the differences were statistically significant only for the associations between gender and the score for practices. The mean knowledge score was lower in illiterate participants than in other categories of educational status.ConclusionOur findings showed that the knowledge of households regarding disaster preparedness was encouraging, but that of attitudes and practices might be improved through a greater focus on motivational educational programs and cooperation among the organizations involved in public awareness. (Disaster Med Public Health Preparedness. 2014;0:1–4)

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Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Related to Dietary Supplements Amongst a Group of Palestinian Pharmacists

Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal [SQUMJ] ◽

10.18295/squmj.4.2021.029 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Mohammad Altamimi ◽

May Hamdan ◽

Manal Badrasawi ◽

Saad Allahham

Keyword(s):

Dietary Supplements ◽

Representative Sample ◽

Community Pharmacists ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Community Based ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Cross Sectional Design ◽

Self Administered Questionnaire ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Objective: The use of dietary supplements DS has increased. With lack of related regulations, prescription of DS will depend on the pharmacist’s knowledge. Hence, the study aimed to evaluate the knowledge attitudes and practices (KAP) related to DS amongst community-based pharmacists. Methods: The study followed a cross sectional design targeted community pharmacists in Palestine. Selected participants have filled a self-administered questionnaire regarding their KAP related to DS. The questionnaire contained in total 15 items; knowledge 5, practices 7 and attitudes 3 questions. Results: Results have shown that the representative sample had 56% female. Participants experience almost distributed equally over 0-5, 5-10 and >10 years. Also, the majority of the participants was the responsible pharmacist and/or the pharmacy owner. Overall, participants have shown moderate level in knowledge towards DS with mean score of 3.68 ± 1.1 out of 5, the correct answers ranged from 3.6% to 75.3% of the surveyed participants. The practices with highest frequencies were: taking DS sometimes 79.9%, taking supplements from well-known brands 56.2%, giving supplements to any patient 55.7%, selling supplements according to the participants’ knowledge 74.2% and providing advice about supplements 73.2%. The questions about the pharmacists’ attitudes towards organising the regulation of the market of DS showed that more than half 52% of the participants believed that it was suitable. Association between knowledge score and practices was highly significant (P <0.001). Conclusion: The study has revealed that participants were moderate in their knowledge about DS. Also, there was a high connection between knowledge and practices. Keywords: Dietary Supplements; Pharmacist; Knowledge; Attitude; Practice; Curriculum.

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Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Male Transgenders in Transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Lahore, Pakistan

Pakistan BioMedical Journal ◽

10.54393/pbmj.v4i1.84 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 4 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Akash John ◽

Muhammad Saleem Rana ◽

Asif Hanif ◽

Tallat Anwar Faridi ◽

Sofia Noor ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Human Immunodeficiency Virus ◽

Progressive Failure ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Control Programme ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Immunodeficiency Virus ◽

The Mean ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a subgroup of retrovirus causing HIV infection which if prolongs turns into a progressive failure of the immune system called as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. It is commonly prevalent in Male Transgenders who are born male and disobeys the cultural defined social norms and identify themselves as a female. The objective was to assess knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Transgender Community regarding Transmission of Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Lahore, Pakistan. A Descriptive Cross-sectional Survey was conducted in Nine Towns of Lahore. A sample size of 79 was calculated and data was collected in duration of 9 months. A self-administered survey-based questionnaire was developed using WHO and National AIDS control Programme guidelines followed and pilot tested. Data was collected after Informed consent.The mean age of Respondents was 29.56 ± 8.27 years with minimum and maximum age as 19 and 50. In this study the mean knowledge score of the transgender about HIV Transmission was 2.804±0.32, the mean score of attitudes of transgender were 3.25±0.19 and the mean practice score was 2.931±0.28.Majority of the transgender have insufficient knowledge, and bad attitude towards their health. They have unsafe sexual practice and Drug Interventions playing a significant role in HIV epidemic. Majority of them are uneducated, unemployed and found sex selling and dancing an easiest way of earning. Their knowledge about HIV screening, transmission, and antiretroviral therapy is low.

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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding coccidioidomycosis among healthcare providers in four counties in Washington State, 2017

Medical Mycology ◽

10.1093/mmy/myz111 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 58 (6) ◽

pp. 730-736 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

J Hubber ◽

A Person ◽

L Jecha ◽

D Flodin-Hursh ◽

J Stiffler ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Severe Disease ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Health Department ◽

Washington State ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

South Central ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Coccidioidomycosis is an emerging infection in Washington State. The epidemiology of the disease in Washington is poorly understood at present; underrecognition and underreporting of coccidioidomycosis is suspected based on reports of only severe disease. We sought to characterize healthcare provider knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding coccidioidomycosis awareness, diagnosis, and treatment in south-central Washington. We conducted a cross-sectional survey of actively practicing healthcare providers in four counties in south-central Washington, an area recently described as endemic for Coccidioides. Survey results were used to assess awareness of reporting requirements, confidence in ability to diagnose and treat, confidence that knowledge is current, calculated knowledge score, and consideration of risk in patient population. The majority of respondents were unaware of the reporting requirement for coccidioidomycosis in Washington and further unaware that the disease had been reported in the state. Less than a third of survey respondents reported confidence in their ability to diagnose coccidioidomycosis and confidence that their knowledge is current. The majority of respondents never or rarely consider a diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis, and <25% of respondents indicated a working knowledge of serologic tests for the infection. The average knowledge score for respondents was 65%. Previous education, training, or practice regarding coccidioidomycosis was the only identified predictor of confidence and consideration of risk. These data indicate the substantial need for education and training among healthcare providers in south-central Washington and support the concern that a small proportion of existing cases of coccidioidomycosis are reported to the health department.

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Among the General Population During COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran: A National Cross-Sectional Online Survey

Frontiers in Public Health ◽

10.3389/fpubh.2020.585302 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 8 ◽

Author(s):

Edris Kakemam ◽

Djavad Ghoddoosi-Nejad ◽

Zahra Chegini ◽

Khalil Momeni ◽

Hamid Salehiniya ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Online Survey ◽

Information Sources ◽

Sample Population ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Knowledge And Attitude ◽

High Level ◽

Self Administered Questionnaire ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽

Staying At Home

Background: Emerged in December 2019, coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is one of the largest pandemics ever. During the early phase, little was known about public knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) relating to coronavirus disease. This study was designed to determine KAP of Iranians toward COVID-19.Methods: A cross-sectional online survey was carried out in Iran from February 25 to April 25 using a self-administered questionnaire on 1,480 people. COVID-19-related KAP questions were adapted from other internationally validated questionnaires specific for infectious diseases.Results: All participants were aware of COVID-19. When asked unprompted, 80% of respondents could correctly cite fever, difficulty in breathing, and cough as signs/symptoms of COVID-19. Most of our sample population knew that staying at home and isolated (95.3%) as well as constant handwashing and using disinfectants (92.5%) could prevent COVID-19. However, there were also widespread misconceptions such as the belief that COVID-19 can be transmitted by wild animals (58%) and by air (48.3%). Unprompted, self-reported actions taken to avoid COVID-19 infection included handwashing with soap and water (95.4%), avoiding crowded places (93%), cleansing hands with other disinfectants (80.), and covering mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing (76.1%). The Internet and social media (94.5%) were the main coronavirus information sources. However, the most trusted information sources on coronavirus were health and medical professionals (79.3%). The majority of participants (77.0%) wanted more information about coronavirus to be available.Conclusion: Our findings suggest that people's knowledge and attitude toward COVID-19 at the time of its outbreak was at a high level.

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Rabies in El Jadida Region, Morocco

Veterinary Sciences ◽

10.3390/vetsci7010029 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 7 (1) ◽

pp. 29

Author(s):

Khadija Bouaddi ◽

Abdelali Bitar ◽

Mohammed Bouslikhane ◽

Abdesslam Ferssiwi ◽

Aziz Fitani ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Formal Education ◽

Public Awareness ◽

Traditional Healers ◽

Special Focus ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Study Sites ◽

El Jadida ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding rabies in the El Jadida region, Morocco. We conducted a cross-sectional survey using a structured questionnaire among randomly selected residents across 24 study sites. In total, 407 respondents took part in the survey. The majority (367, 92%) were male and had no formal education (270, 66%). Some (118, 29%) believed that rabies does not affect humans. Most respondents (320, 79%) were aware that vaccination could prevent rabies, but nevertheless did not vaccinate their dogs (264, 64.9%) and allowed their dogs to roam freely in search of food. Some (52.8%) would visit traditional healers for treatment in the event of a dog bite incident. Age and educational level were found to be significantly associated with knowledge, attitudes, and practices (p < 0.05). Although respondents demonstrated some level of knowledge about rabies, overall this study reveals critical gaps in their attitudes and practices. These shortcomings may be associated with a low level of education. Therefore, decision-makers need a new approach to control rabies, with a special focus on public awareness and health education, in order to sustain rabies control programs.

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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices about tuberculosis and choice of communication channels in Thailand

The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries ◽

10.3855/jidc.6963 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 10 (07) ◽

pp. 694-703 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Supa Pengpid ◽

Karl Peltzer ◽

Apa Puckpinyo ◽

Sariyamon Tiraphat ◽

Somchai Viripiromgool ◽

...

Keyword(s):

General Population ◽

Family Member ◽

Ethnic Minorities ◽

Health Knowledge ◽

Minority Group ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Introduction: The aim of this study was to assess tuberculosis (TB) knowledge, attitudes, and practices in both the general population and risk groups in Thailand. Methodology: In a cross-sectional survey, a general population (n = 3,074) and family members of a TB patient (n = 559) were randomly selected, using stratified multistage sampling, and interviewed. Results: The average TB knowledge score was 5.7 (maximum = 10) in the Thai and 5.1 in the migrant and ethnic minorities general populations, 6.3 in Thais with a family member with TB, and 5.4 in migrants and ethnic minorities with a family member with TB. In multivariate linear regression among the Thai general population, higher education, higher income, and knowing a person from the community with TB were all significantly associated with level of TB knowledge. Across the different study populations, 18.6% indicated that they had undergone a TB screening test. Multivariate logistic regression found that older age, lower education, being a migrant or belonging to an ethnic minority group, residing in an area supported by the Global Fund, better TB knowledge, having a family member with TB, and knowing other people in the community with TB was associated having been screened for TB. Conclusion: This study revealed deficiencies in the public health knowledge about TB, particularly among migrants and ethnic minorities in Thailand. Sociodemographic factors should be considered when designing communication strategies and TB prevention and control interventions.

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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards COVID-19 pandemic among residents of Jharkhand state, India: An online survey

10.21203/rs.3.rs-116495/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Arpita Rai ◽

Nishant Nishant ◽

D Singh ◽

Nitin Kulkarni ◽

Shailesh Chaurasia ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Disease Surveillance ◽

Online Survey ◽

Radio Channel ◽

Age Groups ◽

Knowledge Score ◽

Control Measures ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Background: People's adherence to control measures is imperative in the fight against COVID-19. The present study was done to evaluate knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards COVID-19 among residents of Jharkhand and to assist government in deciding further course of action during the COVID-19 outbreak. Methods: This study was an online cross sectional survey. The link to the questionnaire was displayed on the official website of Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi, Government of Jharkhand, National Health Mission, Jharkhand, official website of all districts under Jharkhand state administration, Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme and Information & Public Relations department. Participation of residents in the survey was also extensively propagated using mass media mainly local television networks, radio channel and newspapers. Results: A total of 4683 responses were received from all districts of Jharkhand. Majority of the participants were young adults (47.5%) and number of male participants was more than the females (81.4%). Mean correct knowledge score for participants of this study was 10.73+2.2 (maximum attainable score was 14) while mean practice score for the participants was 4.5+0.69 (maximum attainable score was 5). Knowledge score of the participants was significantly associated with their age, education status and economic class (p<0.05). The participants largely held an optimistic attitude and healthy practices towards COVID-19. Conclusions: Participants had positive attitude but were also logically worried and uncertain about near future. Adequate knowledge of participants was visible in the practices of residents. There was however a gap across age groups, gender, literacy and income levels which should be addressed in future campaigns.

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Mastery and glove use in nursing practice at the Hassan II University Teaching Hospital of Fes- Morocco

International Journal of Infection Control ◽

10.3396/ijic.v16i4.026.20 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 16 (4) ◽

Author(s):

Benboubker Moussa ◽

Nhili Aziz ◽

Tarik Sadki ◽

Boujamaa El Marnissi

Keyword(s):

Teaching Hospital ◽

University Teaching ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Evaluative Study ◽

Individual Protection ◽

Period Data ◽

Self Administered Questionnaire ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽

Disposable Gloves

Gloves are worn to protect hands from contamination and microorganisms; this measurement tries to isolate the hands of the healthcare workers to ensure a better protection, with an aim of minimizing the risk of transmission of infectious agents to patients. This survey aims at assessing knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards disposable gloves use among nursing staff at Hassan II University Teaching Hospital in Fez. This is a cross-sectional prospective and evaluative study that covers a two-month period. Data were collected using an anonymous and self-administered questionnaire. The population studied was quite young with 76,5% aged between 20-30 years. The results have shown that 264 (85.99%) of participants had received training in disposable gloves mastering. Moreover, 161 (52.3%) claimed to change always disposable gloves while moving from one patient to another. In contrast, 231 (75.2%) emphasized the need to change gloves each time they have been in contact with blood or other body fluids. However, the Studies by self- administered questionnaires, as is the case for our investigation, inform about self-declared claims and are not always related to practical implications Inappropriate glove use was frequently declared in this study. This survey showed a misconception of the risk in several practice situations, some good results of wearing gloves reflect this engendered feeling of individual protection.

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Assessment of Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices towards Nutrition amongst Adolescents in Karachi

Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry ◽

10.36283/pjmd10-1/016 ◽

2021 ◽

Keyword(s):

Dietary Habits ◽

Sampling Technique ◽

Good Health ◽

Target Population ◽

P Value ◽

Average Weight ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Meal Plan ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: The association between health and nutrition are eminent. Quality nutrition is acknowledged as one of the most important determinants of optimal development, good health, and wellbeing. Therefore, the study aimed to determine the knowledge, attitudes, and practices amongst adolescents regarding nutrition. Methods: It was a cross-sectional study conducted between 2016 to 2017 in Karachi. The sample size was 384; the purposive sampling technique was applied with a target population of adolescents between 14 and 19 years of age. Informed consent was taken before the questionnaire submission. Data were collected via self-administered questionnaires from students of various schools in Karachi. The Chi square test was applied for associations and a p-value of <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: The mean age of 394 adolescents was (mean±SD) 17.08 ± 1.63 years and found female predominance 282(71.6%). The average weight of the participants was 58.60 ± 18.58. Protein 305(77.4%) was the most widely consumed food. Breakfast was seen as the most important meal of the day among 213(54.1%) all participants. There was a significant association between healthy dietary habits and the frequency of exercise per week (p-value=0.001). Only 57(14.5%) followed a specific meal plan and the mostly 151(38.3%) not following a meal plan was due to lack of time. Conclusion: Most of the adolescents 87(22.2%) understand the importance of various food nutrients. However, appropriate nutritional practices were not found in the majority of the adolescents, possibly due to the lack of time and sedentary lifestyle.

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COVID-19 Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of United Arab Emirates Medical and Health Sciences Students: A Cross Sectional Study

10.1101/2021.01.19.427250 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Noura Baniyas ◽

Mohamud Sheek-Hussein ◽

Nouf Al Kaabi ◽

Maitha Al Shamsi ◽

Maitha Al Neyadi ◽

...

Keyword(s):

United Arab Emirates ◽

Online Survey ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Health Sciences ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Attitudes And Practices ◽

Health Sciences Students ◽

Self Administered Questionnaire ◽

Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

AbstractCOVID-19 pandemic is the largest unprecedented viral pandemic of the 21st century. We aimed to study the COVID-19 knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) among medical and health sciences students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). We performed a cross-sectional study between 2nd June and 19th August 2020. The survey was developed using online Survey Monkey. The link was distributed via UAE University to all students and via WhatsApp© groups. The self-administered questionnaire was conducted in English and comprised of two parts: socio-demographic characteristics and KAP towards COVID-19. A total of 712 responses to the questionnaire were collected. 90% (n=695) were under-graduate, while 10% (n=81) were post-graduate students. Majority (87%, n=647) stated that they obtained COVID-19 information from multiple reliable sources. They were highly knowledgeable about COVID-19 pandemic but 76% (n=539) did not recognize its routes of transmission. 63% (n=431) were worried of getting COVID-19, while 92% (n=633)) were worried that a family member could get infected with the virus. 97% (n=655) took precautions when accepting home deliveries, 94% (n=637) had been washing their hands more frequently, and 95% (n=643) had been wearing face masks. In conclusion, participants showed high levels of knowledge and awareness about COVID-19. They were worried about getting infected themselves or their family members, and had good practices against COVID-19.

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