Knowledge, attitudes, and impact of COVID-19 pandemic among neurology patients in Jordan: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Background The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on health services offered to patients with non-communicable diseases, including chronic neurological illnesses, are diverse and universal. We used a self-reported questionnaire to investigate these impacts on neurology patients in Jordan and assess their knowledge and attitudes towards the pandemic. Results Most respondents had positive attitudes towards the COVID-19 pandemic, with 96% reporting they believed in the seriousness of the pandemic and adhered to prevention measures. Nearly 97% resorted to the internet and media outlets for medical information about the pandemic. About one in five clinic visitors had their appointments delayed due to interruption of health services. A similar portion of patients with MS, epilepsy, and migraine or tension headache reported medication interruptions during the pandemic. One in two patients reported new events or worsening illness since the start of the pandemic, and sleep disturbances were reported by nearly one in three patients who had epilepsy or headache. Conclusion The COVID-19 pandemic’s impacts on patients with neurological illnesses in Jordan were deep and diverse. Meanwhile, the majority of surveyed neurology patients demonstrated a positive attitude towards the pandemic.

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Prostate cancer awareness and attitude toward early detection among male soldiers in Ghana: a cross-sectional study

African Journal of Urology ◽

10.1186/s12301-019-0004-3 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 25 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Juliana Gyasi Necku ◽

Emmanuel Anongeba Anaba ◽

Aaron Asibi Abuosi

Keyword(s):

Prostate Cancer ◽

Early Detection ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Health Interventions ◽

Effective Management ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cancer Awareness ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes

Abstract Background Prostate cancer (PC) is the leading cause of cancer deaths among men in Ghana. This poses a public health threat, especially among the Ghana Armed Force (GAF) where the majority are males. This study aimed to assess male soldiers’ awareness, knowledge and attitudes toward early detection of prostate cancer. Results It was found that 58.3% of the soldiers were less aware of PC and 76.0% had low or neutral knowledge regarding risk factors and symptoms of PC. The soldiers had positive attitudes toward early detection but had low intentions of getting tested. Awareness was significantly associated with education, rank, haven received PC information from a health worker and being knowledgeable of signs of PC. Conclusion We recommend that management of the GAF should liaise with the Ministry of Health to sensitize and educate soldiers on prostate cancer, and if possible, organize periodic screening activities for the soldiers to aid in early detection and effective management of the disease. The findings of this study provide valuable information for health interventions in Ghana.

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Assessing knowledge and attitudes towards food sustainability among people who visit Overends Kitchen, Airfield Estate, Dublin

Proceedings of The Nutrition Society ◽

10.1017/s0029665120006369 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 79 (OCE2) ◽

Author(s):

Clare Corish ◽

Kirstie McAdoo ◽

Myriam Alhilou

Keyword(s):

Environmental Sustainability ◽

Food Choice ◽

Saturated Fat ◽

Food Preferences ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Nutritional Knowledge ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Fresh Vegetables

Abstract‘Food sustainability’ is now acknowledged as integral to the achievement of food security, a healthy community and protection of the environment. Understanding consumers’ knowledge of and attitudes towards food sustainability is poorly understood in Ireland. This study aimed to explore the knowledge and attitudes towards food sustainability among visitors to an Irish restaurant, known to prepare foods in a sustainable way. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 426 visitors at the Overends Kitchen, Airfield Estate, Dublin, Ireland using a short questionnaire informed by previously collected data on Irish consumers’ attitudes towards food purchasing and a Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (UK) questionnaire. Information on demographics, food choice motives, food preferences, basic nutritional knowledge, awareness and attitudes toward food sustainability was obtained. Data were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Science (IBM, v23, Chicago, Ill, USA). Quality (98%) and health (92%) were the most important motives for food choice. Females (P = 0.001) and older (P = 0.029) participants had greater interest in health as a motivating factor for food choice compared to males and those who were younger. Free-range (eggs) and fresh vegetables and fish were most frequently purchased. Poor knowledge of recommendations about saturated fat, and daily fruit and vegetables intakes was demonstrated though this was better in female (P = 0.005) and younger (P = 0.007) participants. Participants demonstrated positive attitudes towards food sustainability and over half (57%) were aware of GLAS principles (Go with the seasons, Local for produce, Avoid food waste, Sustainably produced) although only 37% reported that these principles influence their dietary choices. Misinformation about the environmental sustainability and nutritional value of farmed vs. organic or wild fish and fresh vs. frozen vegetables was apparent. This research provides some understanding of Irish consumers' knowledge and attitudes towards food sustainability. The need to enhance understanding of how diets can be made more sustainable is clear.

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Positive Correlation Between General Public Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding COVID-19 Outbreak 1 Month After First Cases Reported in Indonesia

Journal of Community Health ◽

10.1007/s10900-020-00866-0 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 46 (1) ◽

pp. 182-189 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Dina Keumala Sari ◽

Rina Amelia ◽

Ridha Dharmajaya ◽

Liza Meutia Sari ◽

Nadya Keumala Fitri

Keyword(s):

General Population ◽

General Public ◽

Positive Attitude ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Negative Attitude ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Good Knowledge ◽

Prevention Measures ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes

AbstractThe increasing number cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infections in the general population in Indonesia raises questions concerning the public’s knowledge and attitudes regarding this pandemic. To determine the correlation between the general public’s knowledge and attitudes regarding the COVID-19 outbreak 1 month after the first cases were reported in Indonesia. This cross-sectional study was conducted between early March and the end of April 2020 in the general population of Indonesia, beginning with the North Sumatra region, where the spread of COVID-19 in Indonesia began. Questionnaires were randomly distributed online in the red zone in Indonesia. Data were collected by collecting people’s responses to the questionnaire, which were distributed via WhatsApp (WA) application and were competed independently by the participants. A descriptive analysis was conducted to describe the demographic characteristics, knowledge, and attitudes of the general population. A total of 201 people had good knowledge (98%) and a positive attitude (96%) regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The respondents had a negative attitude in relation to two aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak: having to always maintain a distance of 1.5 m when in crowds, and not being able to regularly exercise or eat nutritious food (78.6% and 79.1%, respectively). Most people in Indonesia have good knowledge and a positive attitude regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. However, negative attitudes were still found in this study, and as a result, transmission prevention measures cannot reach their maximum effectiveness by simply publicizing the increase in day-to-day cases to the general public.

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Positive Correlation between General Public Knowledge and Attitudes Regarding COVID-19 Outbreak One Month after First Cases Reported in Indonesia

10.21203/rs.3.rs-35827/v1 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Dina Keumala Sari ◽

Rina Amelia ◽

Ridha Dharmajaya ◽

Liza Meutia Sari ◽

Nadya Keumala Fitri

Keyword(s):

General Population ◽

General Public ◽

Positive Attitude ◽

Descriptive Analysis ◽

Negative Attitude ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Good Knowledge ◽

Prevention Measures ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes

Abstract Background: The increasing number cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) infections in the general population in Indonesia raises questions concerning the public’s knowledge and attitudes regarding this pandemic. Objective: To determine the correlation between the general public’s knowledge and attitudes regarding the COVID-19 outbreak one month after the first cases were reported in Indonesia. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted between early March and the end of April 2020 in the general population of Indonesia, beginning with the North Sumatra region, where the spread of COVID-19 in Indonesia began. Questionnaires were randomly distributed online in the red zone in Indonesia. Data were collected by collecting people’s responses to the questionnaire, which were distributed via WhatsApp (WA) application and were competed independently by the participants. A descriptive analysis was conducted to describe the demographic characteristics, knowledge, and attitudes of the general population. Results: A total of 201 people had good knowledge (98%) and a positive attitude (96%) regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The respondents had a negative attitude in relation to two aspects of the COVID-19 outbreak: having to always maintain a distance of 1.5 m when in crowds, and not being able to regularly exercise or eat nutritious food (78.6% and 79.1%, respectively). Conclusions: Most people in Indonesia have good knowledge and a positive attitude regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. However, negative attitudes were still found in this study, and as a result, transmission prevention measures cannot reach their maximum effectiveness by simply publicizing the increase in day-to-day cases to the general public.

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Public attitudes towards people living with dementia: A cross-sectional study in urban Japan (innovative practice)

Dementia ◽

10.1177/1471301216682118 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 19 (2) ◽

pp. 438-446 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Yoko Aihara ◽

Hisako Kato ◽

Tetsuko Sugiyama ◽

Kuniko Ishi ◽

Yasushi Goto

Keyword(s):

Public Attitudes ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Multiple Regression Model ◽

Cross Sectional Survey ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

People With Dementia ◽

Key Factor ◽

Person With Dementia

Stigma and social isolation are major challenges in building dementia friendly communities. Information is a key factor in improving knowledge and attitudes about dementia. This cross-sectional survey aimed to investigate public attitudes towards people with dementia in an urban community in Japan. Nearly 90% of the participants responded that they were able to have a good relationship with a person with dementia and help such a person if needed. However, around half of the participants would be ashamed of a family member with dementia. A multiple regression model showed that information from television and educational classes was associated with positive attitudes towards people with dementia among older adults. Information from educational classes and the Internet was likewise associated with positive attitudes among the volunteers. Increasing the availability and accessibility of information on dementia may contribute to improving public attitudes towards people with dementia.

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Preventive Behaviors Related to Covid-19 Among High School Students: Cross-Sectional Web-Based Survey

Jurnal Ilmu dan Teknologi Kesehatan ◽

10.32668/jitek.v8i2.507 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 8 (2) ◽

pp. 143-157

Author(s):

Fika Muntahaya ◽

Thoriq Fajar Batuah ◽

Hoirun Nisa

Keyword(s):

High School Students ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Ministry Of Education ◽

Preventive Behaviors ◽

School Students ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Web Based ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Level Of Knowledge

The increase in COVID-19 cases encourages the need for health efforts from various sectors. The number of COVID-19 confirmed cases in Palangka Raya City is the highest in Central Kalimantan province. The Ministry of Education urged the implementation of 3M education, such as wearing masks, washing hands, and social distancing, to stop the transmission of COVID-19. This study aims to describe the level of knowledge, attitudes, and preventive behaviors related to COVID-19 and the association between knowledge and attitudes with preventive behaviors related to COVID-19 in students of MAN Kota Palangka Raya. This research is a cross-sectional study that involved 339 students as respondents. Data was collected using google form in October 2020. 98.8% of students had good knowledge of COVID-19, and 87.0% of students had positive attitudes about preventing COVID-19, but only 54.6% of students had good preventing behaviors related to COVID-19. Association was found between attitudes toward COVID-19 with preventive behaviors related to COVID-19 in MAN Palangka Raya City students in 2020. 3M's preventive behavior education efforts still need to be improved to stop the transmission of COVID-19.

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Description of Knowledge and Attitude of Prospective Hajj Pilgrims KBIH Mandiri 2019 in Malang City About Hypertension

Journal of Islamic Pharmacy ◽

10.18860/jip.v4i2.8083 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 15

Author(s):

Riskiyah Riskiyah

Keyword(s):

Mortality Rates ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Good Knowledge ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Negative Attitudes ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Knowledge And Attitude ◽

Hypertension Knowledge

ABSTRACTHypertension is one of the diseases that can cause people’s death and it usually does not give any symptoms. Hypertension often occurs to the pilgrims. Knowledge and proper attitudes about hypertension of prospective pilgrims from Indonesia, especially in Malang city (East Java), are expected to reduce morbidity and mortality rates because they can manage their illness, properly. The purpose of this study is to describe the level of hypertension-related knowledge and attitudes of prospective pilgrims from KBHI 2019. The method used in this study is a descriptive cross-sectional study. 48 participants have participated in this study. They are the 2019 pilgrims from Indonesia. The results showed that 18 people (38%) had good knowledge about hypertension, 17 people (35%) are intermediately educated and 13 people (27 %) are lack of knowledge. Furthermore, this study has indicated that 25 people (52%) have positive attitudes and 23 people (48%) have negative attitudes about hypertension. This study concluded that in the majority, the 2019 prospective pilgrims from Malang have good knowledge and acceptable attitudes about hypertension.Keywords: Hajj pilgrims, hypertension, knowledge, attitude

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Knowledge and Attitudes towards Dementia among Clinical Years Medical Students at Jazan University: A Cross-sectional Study

International Journal of Innovative Research in Medical Science ◽

10.23958/ijirms/vol05-i02/848 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 5 (02) ◽

Author(s):

Mona H. Elmahdy ◽

Maryam E. Ajeebi ◽

Arwa A. Hudisy ◽

Jnadi M. Madkhali ◽

Athar M. Madkhali ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Medical Students ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Self Assessment ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Diagnosis Of Dementia ◽

The Subject

Background: The literature suggests that training in dementia among medical students appears to be inadequate. This study aimed to evaluate medical students’ knowledge and attitudes toward dementia. Aim: To assess knowledge and attitudes of Saudi medical students towards dementia. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted at College of Medicine, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia using a sample of 241 medical students from clinical years (4th, 5th, and 6th). A structured and self-assessment questionnaire was used and included the socio-demographic data and questions related to knowledge and attitudes toward dementia. Data were presented as frequency and percentage, and as mean and standard deviation (SD). Results: A total of 241 participants agreed to take part in our study; 155 (64.3%) of them were females. Only 44 (18.3%) participants stated that they had a good training in dementia (mostly theoretical, 16.6%) and 17 (7.1%) mentioned having an extracurricular course in the subject. Out of 14 questions, participants obtained a mean of 1.49 (SD = 1.48). Regarding attitudes, participants agreed that much can be done to improve the quality of life of patients with dementia and their caregivers, that it is useful to provide the diagnosis of dementia to the family, and that dementia is better diagnosed in specialized service units. Conclusions: The findings of the present study suggest that while medical students generally have positive attitudes toward dementia, they have poor knowledge about the subject. More effort is needed to bridge knowledge gaps in dementia understanding at undergraduate level.

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Young Nursing Student’s Knowledge and Attitudes about Contraceptive Methods

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph17165869 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 17 (16) ◽

pp. 5869

Author(s):

Sebastián Sanz-Martos ◽

Isabel María López-Medina ◽

Cristina Álvarez-García ◽

María Zoraida Clavijo-Chamorro ◽

Antonio Jesús Ramos-Morcillo ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Nursing Students ◽

Contraceptive Use ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Attitude Score ◽

Negative Consequences ◽

Contraceptive Methods ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Knowledge And Attitudes ◽

Positive Attitudes ◽

Level Of Knowledge

Purpose: Adolescence is considered a period in which individuals are particularly at risk of negative consequences related to sexual health. Increased knowledge levels have traditionally been used as an indicator of the effectiveness of educational programs, but attitudes are not addressed and are a key element for the success of such programs. The aim of this study is to determine the level of knowledge and attitudes toward the use of contraceptive methods among nursing students. A multicenter cross-sectional study was carried out. In total, 2914 university students (aged 18–25 years) enrolled in the study. Participants completed two validated scales to measure knowledge level and attitudes toward contraceptive use. Nursing degree students who received training about contraceptives obtained a success rate of over 70%, compared to 15.3% among students who had not received such training (p < 0.001). The mean attitude score was 43.45 points (10–50), but there were no significant differences in terms of student training (p = 0.435), although they were significantly higher among students who used contraceptives at first or last sexual intercourse (p < 0.001). There was a significant weak correlation between the level of knowledge and attitudes toward the use of contraceptives. An adequate level of knowledge about sexuality and contraceptive methods does not correspond to positive attitudes toward their use, although having an excellent attitude toward contraceptive use is related to their use during youth and adolescence.

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