scholarly journals A Cross-Sectional Study On The Acceptance Of COVID-19 Vaccine

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adetayo Olaniyi Adeniran ◽  
Oluwadamisi Tayo-Ladega ◽  
Taye Mohammed Abdullahi
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Vaccine Acceptance ◽  
The Media ◽  
The Developed Countries

Abstract Background Studies on the level of acceptance of COVID-19 vaccines and the perception of COVID-19 were most prevalent in the developed countries while scarcity of such studies in developing countries and Nigeria in particular. Because the level of acceptance of COVID-19 vaccines and the perception of COVID-19 differs among citizens of different countries, this study examines the acceptance of Nigerians to the usage of the COVID-19 vaccine. Methods An online cross-sectional study was conducted, with the use of an e-questionnaire which was administered to respondents (Nigerians) in a form of an online survey with emphasis on COVID-19 vaccine acceptance. Logistic regression analysis was employed to achieve the study. Conclusions The Nigerian public COVID-19 vaccines acceptance was fairly low in Nigeria. The educated male respondents are most likely to accept the usage of the vaccine. Similarly, respondents who believed that vaccines are generally safe and those who were willing to pay for vaccines, after becoming widespread, were more likely to accept the COVID-19 vaccines. However, those above 35 years old and respondents who are employed were not likely to accept the vaccines except been mandated by the employers. Moreover, respondents that believed in the rumors surrounding the dynamics of COVID-19 as well as those that do not have assurance in any source of information regarding COVID-19 vaccines, may not accept the usage of the vaccine. This study found that the most reliable sources of information regarding the COVID-19 vaccines were reports from the media and reports from healthcare providers.

scholarly journals Interprofessional Communication Team for Caregivers of Patients Hospitalized in the COVID-19 Wards: Results From an Italian Experience

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara Carletto ◽  
Michele Corezzi ◽  
Maria Francesca Furmenti ◽  
Elena Olivero ◽  
Paola Rapicavoli ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Communication Model ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Interprofessional Communication ◽  
Italian Experience ◽  
Distress Level ◽  
Additional Support

Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, emergency restrictions did not allow clinician family meetings and relatives' visits. In Molinette Hospital, a new communication model between healthcare providers and families of COVID-19 affected patients was developed by a team of physicians and psychologists. The study's aims were to investigate caregivers' distress and to analyse their satisfaction with the communications provided.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among caregivers of patients of Molinette Hospital COVID wards. Between April and June 2020, all caregivers were contacted 2 weeks after the patient's discharge/death to assess their satisfaction with the communications received through an online survey.Results: A total of 155 caregivers completed the survey. Caregivers' distress level was found to be higher in women than men (p = 0.048) and in caregivers whose relative died compared to the caregivers whose relative was discharged (p < 0.001). More than 85% of caregivers defined communication “excellent”/“very good”; being male was associated with higher satisfaction levels than women (β = −0.165, p = 0.046). Besides daily communication, 63 caregivers (40.6%) received additional support from a psychologist of the team.Conclusions: To our knowledge, this is the first study presenting, in an emergency, a new model of communication provided by a team of physicians and psychologists, and analyzing satisfaction with it. This model was highly appreciated by caregivers and it limited the discomfort caused by the restrictions on relatives' visits. It would be interesting to further evaluate the possibility of extending a communication model that includes doctors and psychologists in routine clinical practice.

Knowledge and perception of COVID-19 in Mexico through online surveys: a descriptive and cross-sectional study. (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Catalina García-Vielma ◽  
Teresa Carolina Villarreal-Benavides ◽  
Mario Ernesto Villarreal-Benavides
Keyword(s):  
Social Networks ◽  
Chronic Diseases ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mexican Population ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Online Surveys ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
The Media

BACKGROUND COVID-19 pandemic has a great impact on the Mexican population. People have different perceptions and reactions to an event of such magnitude. This can be investigated by applying online surveys distributed by social networks that guarantee high response rates and results in short time OBJECTIVE Inquire about knowledge and perception of the COVID 19 pandemic in Mexico METHODS Descriptive and cross-sectional study. The data was collected through an online survey with personal data and general knowledge of virus and disease, economic and social aspects, and news images and related with emotions perceived by the population. Was distributed by social networks Facebook© and WhatsApp© from April 5th-9th, 2020, during phase 2 of pandemic in Mexico. The participation was voluntary, anonymous and confidential. A percentage of all results were determined. RESULTS 2798 responses were analyzed. 99.9% answered the survey. The main data were: age 21-40 years (51%), gender: female (81%), almost 100% recognized the transmission and symptoms of COVID-19. 99% implement washes hands. 74.9% enjoy "good" health status, however, 50% suffer chronic diseases. The predominant state of mind was concern. Conclusion: Social media and online surveys could be an important tool to investigate knowledge and perceptions among the population. Our results could help society in general; health authorities and the media, to know the perceptions and needs of the Mexican population during the pandemic and take preventive measures, especially due to the high percentage of people with chronic diseases that could complicate the prognosis of the disease. CONCLUSIONS The use of online surveys allows quick results to be obtained from the knowledge of a population on a particular topic. In Mexico, the COVID-19 pandemic is a problem perceived with concern. Part of this could be real, due to the country's resources, and the presence of chronic diseases in a large percentage of the Mexican population. On the other hand, there is a large amount of fake news in various media, which increases this. Actions by government and society to reduce these levels of worry and anxiety could save many lives. We consider that the results of this descriptive study could be useful for health authorities, medical personnel, the media and the general population, to know the perception of Mexican inhabitants about COVID-19 and save data on measurements and patterns that can be applied in the future for other disease outbreaks.

scholarly journals A cross-sectional study regarding the knowledge, attitude and awareness about self-medication among Bangladeshi people

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Md. Abu Bakar Siddique Jami
Keyword(s):  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Common People ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Medication Practice ◽  
The Common

Abstract Background: Self-medication is the use of medicinal products by the consumer which is not prescribed by the physician or doctor. Self-medication practice (SMP) is widely adopted by the common people of developing countries like Bangladesh. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Aim & Objective: This study was conducted to learn about the knowledge and awareness level and to evaluate the practice and attitude towards self-medication among the common people of Bangladesh. Method: Primary data was collected by conducting an online survey with a well-constructed questionnaire. Data collection was carried out from May 2021 to June 2021. The subjects were minimum 15 years of age. From 35 districts of Bangladesh, total 322 people of different age groups, education levels, economic classes participated in the survey. Result: 71% (229) of the respondents were 21-25 years of age. 66% were undergraduate students. Most of them were from middle class society and well-educated. 80% of the population said that they had purchased or taken medicines without any prescription. 57% of them told they do not consider self-medication as a very safe practice although, 87% of the population had practiced self-medication at least once in the preceding year. Antipyretics (212), Analgesics (165), Drugs for Cold/Cough (197) and Anti-ulcer/Antacids (140) were the majority categories of medicines that were used mostly for self-medication. Nearly all (311) of them collects SMP medicine from Pharmacy shops. Previous prescription (146), Advice from family or friends (165) and Internet or other media (113) were their common sources of information for their self-medication practice. Conclusion: Self-medication practice is highly prevalent in Bangladesh. People are not aware enough about possible negative outcomes of it. Therefore, the regulatory laws should be implemented more strictly regarding buying and selling medicines

scholarly journals COVID19 vaccination choice among Iraqi students at Al-Zahraa University for women

F1000Research ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 ◽  
pp. 1015
Author(s):  
Hassan Hadi Al Kazzaz
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Rate Data ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Vaccine Acceptance ◽  
The Public ◽  
Health Authorities ◽  
Global Issue ◽  
The Media

Background: COVID19 vaccine rejection is a global issue that most developing countries face. A study of COVID-19 vaccine preference among Al-Zahraa University female students will pave the way to resolving the issue of vaccine rejection among students. Students' preferences and refusals of the COVID19 vaccine were evaluated to determine the reasons for their decisions.  Methods: This study involved 198 students from Al-Zahraa University for women. An observational cross-sectional study was conducted at Al-Zahraa University in Karbala, Iraq, to find out which Health and Medical Technology students preferred the COVID19 vaccine. Tests based on statistics made use of frequency and rate data.  Results: Most students (95%) were over the age of 19. The COVID-19 vaccine was rejected by 138 people (70.4%).  A total of 43 students (28.5%) believed that the COVID19 vaccine may not be completely safe. 49.3% of students were not aware of the differences between the various types of vaccines.  Pfizer was the most preferred by 64 (34.8%), AstraZeneca by 17 (9.2%), and Chinse-Sinovac by only 11 (6%). 20 students (16.4%) believed that with the vaccine they could return to life as it was before the COVID-19 pandemic. Covid-19 vaccine acceptance among Al-Zahara University students may be low in part because of myths, and partly because of the fear of side-effects associated with the vaccine.  Conclusion:  Information about COVID-19 vaccines should be transparently communicated to the media by health authorities to help the public make informed decisions.

scholarly journals Knowledge and intake of folic acid among teachers of childbearing age in the State of Qatar: a cross-sectional study

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. e025005 ◽  
Author(s):  
Al Mannai Lolowa ◽  
Nagah Selim ◽  
Mohammad Alkuwari ◽  
Mansoura Salem Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Folic Acid ◽  
Healthcare Providers ◽  
Arabic Language ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Childbearing Age ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Validated Questionnaire

ObjectivesTo assess the knowledge and intake of folic acid among teachers of childbearing age and to identify barriers to folic acid intake.SettingGovernmental schools, which included 14 primary models, 29 primary, 14 preparatory and 16 secondary schools. The proportion of teachers in each stratum was then determined, and a stratified random sampling design had been used with proportional allocation.Study designCross-sectional studyParticipantsA total of 406 non-pregnant teachers of childbearing age enrolled in the study. A validated questionnaire in the Arabic language was used.ResultsThe overall response rate was 98%. About 34.6% reported the optimal period in which they should take folic acid, 28.3% reported the correct intake duration and only 29.5% could name food rich in folic acid. Friends and healthcare providers were the main sources of information for the participants; however, 44% said that they did not receive enough information from their healthcare providers.ConclusionThere is a lack of knowledge and poor intake of folic acid among the participants. In particular, they lacked information about the appropriate time to start folic acid supplementations, the duration of intake and the folic acid-rich food. The most common reason being the limited advice given by their healthcare providers.Awareness campaigns are recommended to emphasise the role of healthcare providers in counselling women about the proper use of folic acid before pregnancy.

scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude, and Behavior of Egyptian Medical Students Toward the Novel Coronavirus Disease-19: A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (T1) ◽  
pp. 443-450
Author(s):  
Shaimaa A. M. Abd El Fatah ◽  
Marwa Salem ◽  
Ahmed Abdel Hakim ◽  
Eman D. El Desouky
Keyword(s):  
Medical Students ◽  
Medical School ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
And Behavior

BACKGROUND: People in times of pandemics, crave after any medical field member (including medical students) to gain their knowledge and correct their behaviors. AIM: We aimed to assess medical students’ coronavirus disease (COVID)-19 related knowledge, attitude, and behavior (KAB). METHODS: The study is an exploratory cross-sectional study, conducted among medical students using an online survey. Medical students were classified according to their current academic year into either early year’s group (first 3 years in the medical school) or final year’s group (past 3 years in the medical school). RESULTS: A total of 2255 students completed the questionnaire. Regarding their COVID-19 related knowledge; 63.4% gave unsatisfactory responses (answered <75% of the questionnaire items correctly). Most of males (62.9%) and females (64.1%) gave unsatisfactory responses. CONCLUSION: Most of students had unsatisfactory responses of the current pandemic; however, the final year’s group had a significantly higher score in nearly all questionnaire (KAB) subsections than the early year’s group. The majority of both groups significantly believed that there are undeclared numbers in Egypt. Facebook and other platforms were the most common sources of information.

scholarly journals Knowledge of non-healthcare individuals towards cardiopulmonary resuscitation: a cross-sectional study in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Reema M. Alhussein ◽  
Mansoor M. Albarrak ◽  
Abdulaziz A. Alrabiah ◽  
Nawfal A. Aljerian ◽  
Hashim M. Bin Salleeh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Major Barrier ◽  
Riyadh City ◽  
Resuscitation Training ◽  
The Media

Abstract Background Most sudden cardiac arrests occur at home, with low rates of bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation being performed. We aimed to assess knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation among individuals in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia, who are not involved in health care. Methods A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted between January and February 2020 in 4 different areas in Riyadh City: North, South, East, and West. The participants were surveyed using a validated self-administered questionnaire. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 25.0 was used for inferential statistics and binary logistic regression analysis. Results A total of 856 participants completed the questionnaire, 51.8% were unaware of cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Only 4.4% of the participants had attended a formal cardiopulmonary resuscitation training course, 5.1% were campaign attendees, and 38.7% acquired their experience through the media. Having a higher level of education was positively associated with having knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The main concern among attendees of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training courses and campaigns was legal issues, whereas inadequate knowledge was the major barrier for those who had learned about cardiopulmonary resuscitation through the media. Conclusion The level of knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation among non-health care individuals in Riyadh City was found to be insufficient. Therefore, coordinated efforts among different authorities should be considered to implement a structured strategy aiming to increase awareness and knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation among non-health care individuals.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Patterns of Women with a Twin Pregnancy—A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (15) ◽  
pp. 7724
Author(s):  
Katarzyna Kwiatkowska ◽  
Katarzyna Kosińska-Kaczyńska ◽  
Izabela Walasik ◽  
Agnieszka Osińska ◽  
Iwona Szymusik
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Twin Pregnancy ◽  
Activity Patterns ◽  
Multiple Pregnancy ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sources Of Information ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Physically Active

Background: No specific physical activity guidelines are available for women in multiple pregnancy. Aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and experience of women regarding physical activity during their latest twin pregnancy. Methods: A cross-sectional study including women after a twin delivery was conducted in Poland. A questionnaire was distributed in 2018 via web pages and Facebook groups designed for pregnant women. Results: 652 women filled out the questionnaire completely. Only 25% of women performed any physical exercises during twin gestation. The frequency of preterm delivery was similar in physically active and non-active participants. 35% of the respondents claimed to have gained information on proper activity from obstetricians during antenatal counselling while 11% claimed to be unable to identify the reliable sources of information. 7% of women admitted to feel discriminated by social opinion on exercising during a twin pregnancy. Conclusions: The population of women with a twin gestation is not sufficiently physically active and is often discouraged from performing exercises during gestation. Therefore, it is crucial to inform obstetricians to recommend active lifestyle during a twin gestation and to provide reliable information on physical activity to pregnant women. Further research on this topic is necessary in order for obstetric providers to counsel women on appropriate exercise with a twin pregnancy.

scholarly journals Conspiracy Beliefs and Trust as Determinants of COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance in Bali, Indonesia: Cross-sectional Study

2021 ◽  
pp. 110995
Author(s):  
Gede Benny Setia Wirawan ◽  
Putu Nandika Tungga Yudanti Mahardani ◽  
Made Ratna Komala Cahyani ◽  
Ni Luh Prema Shantika Putri Laksmi ◽  
Pande Putu Januraga
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Vaccine Acceptance ◽  
Conspiracy Beliefs

scholarly journals Self-Perceived Life Satisfaction during the First Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Sweden: A Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 6234
Author(s):  
Christina Brogårdh ◽  
Catharina Sjödahl Hammarlund ◽  
Frida Eek ◽  
Kjerstin Stigmar ◽  
Ingrid Lindgren ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Life Satisfaction ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Satisfaction With Life ◽  
Sociodemographic Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sexual Life ◽  
Life Domains ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Perceived Life Satisfaction

Currently, there is limited knowledge on how the Swedish strategy with more lenient public health restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced people’s life satisfaction. Here, we investigated self-reported life satisfaction during the first wave of the pandemic in Sweden, and perceived changes in life satisfaction in relation to various sociodemographic factors. A total of 1082 people (mean age 48 (SD 12.2); 82% women) responded to an online survey during autumn 2020 including the “Life Satisfaction Questionnaire-11”. A majority (69%) were satisfied with life as a whole, and with other important life domains, with the exception of contact with friends and sexual life. An equal share reported that life as a whole had either deteriorated (28%) or improved (29%). Of those that perceived a deterioration, 95% considered it to be due to the pandemic. Regarding deteriorated satisfaction with life as a whole, higher odds were found in the following groups: having no children living at home; being middle aged; having other sources of income than being employed; and having a chronic disease. The Swedish strategy might have contributed to the high proportion of satisfied people. Those who perceived a deterioration in life satisfaction may, however, need attention from Swedish Welfare Authorities.

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