scholarly journals Knowledge of COVID-19 and Death Toll Cases in Manipur

2020 ◽  
pp. 36-40
Author(s):  
H. Sorojini Devi ◽  
K. Somarani Devi ◽  
Th. Kanon Devi ◽  
Ak. Bojen Meetei
Keyword(s):  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Public Places ◽  
Great Loss ◽  
Death Toll ◽  
The Status ◽  
Novel Virus ◽  
Mode Of Transmission ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

Background: The disease Covid-19 has led to a great loss of million people worldwide and this disease is caused by a novel virus called SARS-CoV-2. Objective: The objective of the present study aims at examining the knowledge of Coronavirus disease (COVID -19) among the participants and the death toll cases in Manipur. Setting: The study was conducted in the campuses of Dhanamanjuri Colleges of Arts, Science and Commerce, Dhanamanjuri University, Imphal, Manipur. Subjects and Methods: A total of 200 participants (boys=110 and girls =90) aged 20-30 years was considered for this present study. Data were collected using interview schedule containing Covid -19 related variables. Design: The design of the present study is based on Cross-sectional method. Results: Results indicated that maximum participants (83.5%) considered Covid-19 as virus, 1.0% thought as bacteria, but 15.5% knew that Covid -19 is a disease. A very high percentage of students (95.5%) knew the various symptoms of the disease. Amongst them, 92.5% of participants also knew the mode of transmission of the novel Virus. However, 4.5% and 8.5% of them had incomplete knowledge about of the mysterious novel coronavirus disease symptoms and its mode of transmission. While maintaining the preventive measures, 10.5% of participants used masks irregularly in the public places. As well as, only 34.0% of respondents kept masks inside the pocket or bag, and 5.5% of the subjects didn’t have the idea of washing hands or sanitisation.  It was also found among the participants that some of them (30.0%) were aware of testing to know the status of Covid-19 and the number of confirmed cases was 8.0%.  From the above results, it may be said that there was lack of proper knowledge among some section of the participants. The lack of proper knowledge of any novel fatal disease or virus and its related preventive measures are major risks to the whole public. However, immune responds can play role in defending the risk of the disease.

Knowledge and awareness about MERS-CoV among the dental students in Chennai

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (SPL1) ◽  
pp. 847-851
Author(s):  
Nithyanandham Masilamani ◽  
Dhanraj Ganapathy
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mode Of Transmission

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) induced by new ß coronavirus MERS-(CoV) had first been described in Saudi Arabia in September 2012. MERS-CoV communication inside the population is often identified with clustered households and cramped communal spaces. The purpose of the study is to assess the knowledge and awareness of MERS-CoV among dental students in India. This was a questionnaire-based cross-sectional survey of 100 dental college students in Chennai. The self-designed questionnaires contained ten questions focused on the knowledge and awareness of MERS-CoV amongst dental college students. Questionnaires were circulated through an online website survey planet. After the responses were received from 100 participants, data were collected and analyzed, .87% are aware of MERS-CoV through media 13% from professional channels. 84%are aware of the clinical manifestation of MERS-CoV. 81%Are aware of the mode of transmission of MERS-CoV. 76%are aware of the preventive measures against MERS -CoV.68%. Are aware of the incubation period of MERS-CoV. 74%aware of PCR as a diagnostic test for MERS-CoV. This study concluded that dental students had strong awareness and knowledge of MERS. Also, there are a few differences in information and behaviours that require change. Large-scale health educational programs on MERS also should be facilitated by professional organizations to expand their reach and to strengthen knowledge to have a positive impact on their behaviour.

scholarly journals Risk perception regarding the COVID-19 outbreak among the general population: a comparative Middle East survey

2020 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahmoud Abdel Hameed Shahin ◽  
Rasha Mohammed Hussien
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
General Population ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Risk Perceptions ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

Abstract Background People’s perceptions of pandemic-associated risk are key factors contributing to increased public participation in disease preventive measures. The aim of the study was to investigate risk perceptions regarding the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak, among the general population. A descriptive, cross-sectional design was used with a convenience sample of 723 participants, recruited from the general population of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Jordan. Data collection was performed using a standardized risk perception assessment questionnaire, in April 2020. Results The mean score for the perception of COVID-19 seriousness was significantly higher and the mean scores for the perception of disease susceptibility and extent of anxiety were also higher among Saudi Arabian participants than participants from Egypt and Jordan. Participants from Egypt had significantly lower mean scores for the perception of efficacy and self-efficacy to cope with COVID-19, and significantly lower intention to comply with COVID-19 precautionary measures than the other populations. A significant positive correlation was detected between the perception of COVID-19 seriousness and self-efficacy to handle COVID-19, for the entire sample. The primary reasons reported by participants driving their willingness to perform certain preventive measures against COVID-19 was a feeling of responsibility toward their own health, followed by preventing transmission to other people and the feeling that COVID-19 can be serious. Most of the study sample reported a desire to receive information about COVID-19 treatment, ways to prevent disease contraction, and the incubation period for the novel coronavirus. Also, most of the study sample reported that they prefer receiving COVID-19 updates from national authorities. Conclusions During the COVID-19 pandemic, communications designed to promote the adoption of preventive behaviors should focus on increasing the perception of seriousness, the risk perception, self-efficacy to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, and the effectiveness of the adopted behavioral measures for reducing risk. Health education programs that are tailored to various sociodemographic categories, to improve public awareness, perceptions, and attitudes, are vital for increasing the adoption of outbreak preventive measures.

scholarly journals Practice of contraceptives

1970 ◽  
Vol 31 (3) ◽  
pp. 3-9 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Pandey ◽  
S Karki ◽  
A Pradhan
Keyword(s):  
Economic Status ◽  
Strong Relationship ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Healthy Population ◽  
Institute Of Medicine ◽  
Contraceptive Methods ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Status ◽  
Knowledge And Practice

Introduction: Over the past decades fertility rate have surprisingly been stagnated demanding further research on the ways it reduces rate to a level appropriate for healthy population. Considering the status of male in developing countries like Nepal, it is believed that men play vital role in achieving success in this sector. Therefore this study was done to find out the knowledge and practice of contraceptives among married males of Makwanpur, Nepal.Methods: This is a cross-sectional descriptive study. Data were collected from the 387 respondents by personal interview using semi-structured questionnaire.Results: Mean age of the respondents was 34.48 years. Most of the respondents knew at least four contraceptive methods. There is a strong relationship between knowledge and the use of contraceptives with the level of education and economic status having a direct impact. The attitude of male respondents to share responsibility for promotion of contraceptive was found to be positive.Conclusions:Almost majority agree that the responsibility for contraception should shared by both partner, but use of contraceptive methods among men is still low. This study recommended in depth action research to promote male contraceptive methods and priority for service delivery program in Nepal.Keywords: Contraceptives; Family planning; Knowledge and practice of contraceptivesDOI: 10.3126/joim.v31i3.2972Journal of Institute of Medicine Vol. 31, Issue 3, 2009, December Page: 3-9  

scholarly journals Prevalence and risk factors for HBV and HCV among incarcerated people who inject drugs in Iran: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghobad Moradi ◽  
Parvin Mohamadi ◽  
Bushra Zareie ◽  
Mohammad Aziz Rasouli ◽  
Mohammad Mehdi Gouya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
People Who Inject Drugs ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Hbv Vaccination ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
The Status ◽  
History Of ◽  
Hcv Screening

Abstract Background: This study aimed at determining the prevalence of and risk factors for hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) among incarcerated people who inject drugs (PWID) in Iran during 2015-16. Methods : The required data was collected from a database provided by Iranian national bio-behavioral surveillance surveys (BBSSs) of 11988 prisoners who were selected using multi-stage sampling method from among 55 prisons in 19 provinces during 2015-16. The data on demographics and behavioral status of subjects were collected through interviews and the status of HBV and HCV exposure were determined using ELISA blood test. A total of 1387 individuals with a lifetime history of drug injection were enrolled into the study. Data were analyzed using the survey package in Stata/SE 14.0. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression were used to investigate the relationships between risk factors and outcomes. Results : The mean age of the incarcerated PWID was 36.83 ± 8.13 years. Of all, 98.46% were male and 50.97% were married. The prevalence of HCV and HBV were 40.52% and 2.46%, respectively. HCV prevalence was associated with age≥30 years, being single, illiteracy and low level of education, prison term>5 years, history of piercing, and extramarital sex in a lifetime (P<0.05). Conclusions : The prevalence of HCV is alarmingly high. In general, it is recommended to adopt measures for HCV screening and treatment and HBV vaccination for incarcerated PWID without a history of vaccination.

scholarly journals Prevalence of and risk factors for HBV and HCV among incarcerated people who inject drugs in Iran: A cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghobad Moradi ◽  
Parvin Mohamadi ◽  
Bushra Zareie ◽  
Mohammad Aziz Rasouli ◽  
Mohammad Mehdi Gouya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
People Who Inject Drugs ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Behavioral Variables ◽  
B Virus ◽  
The Status ◽  
History Of ◽  
Regression Tests

Abstract Background This study aimed at determining the prevalence of and risk factors for hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) among incarcerated people who inject drugs (PWID) in Iran in 2015–16. Methods The required data was collected from a database provided by Iranian national bio-behavioral surveillance surveys (BBSSs) on 11,988 prisoners selected from among 55 prisons in 19 provinces in 2015–16. The data on demographics and behavioral variables were collected through interviews and the status of exposure to HBV and HCV were determined using ELISA blood test. A total of 1387 individuals with a history of drug injection in their lifetime were enrolled into the study. Data were analyzed using the survey package in Stata/SE software, Version 14.0. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression tests were used to investigate the relationships between risk factors and outcomes. Results The mean age of the incarcerated PWID was 36.83 ± 8.13 years. Of all the studied subjects, 98.46% were male and 50.97% were married. The prevalence of HCV and HBV among the subjects were 40.52 and 2.46%, respectively. The prevalence of HCV was associated with age ≥ 30 years, being single, illiteracy and low level of education, prison term> 5 years, history of piercing, and extramarital sex in lifetime (P < 0.05). Conclusions The prevalence of HCV is alarmingly high. In general, it is recommended to adopt measures to screen and treat patients with HCV and vaccinat incarcerated PWID without a history of vaccination against HBV.

scholarly journals Elderly individuals living by themselves: knowledge and measures to prevent the novel coronavirus

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 ◽  
Author(s):  
Darlene Mara dos Santos Tavares ◽  
Nayara Gomes Nunes Oliveira ◽  
Gianna Fiori Marchiori ◽  
Mariana Silva Freitas Guimarães ◽  
Lenniara Pereira Mendes Santana
Keyword(s):  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Elderly Individuals ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

Objective: to describe the occurrence of COVID-19 and the health services used by elderly individuals living by themselves; identify the knowledge held by elderly individuals regarding the transmission, signs and symptoms of COVID-19, as well as factors associated with poor knowledge of preventive measures according to sociodemographic and clinical variables. Method: cross-sectional survey conducted by telephone or mobile with 123 elderly individuals living by themselves in the Health Macro-Region of Triângulo Sul in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Descriptive analysis was performed along with bivariate and multiple linear regression (p<0.05). Results: most elderly individuals did not present COVID-19 signs and symptoms (97.5%), were aware of how it is transmitted (86.6%), and of its signs and symptoms (90.8%). The elderly individuals were familiar with four preventive measures on average. After social distancing began, 85.7% of them left home and implemented three preventive measures on average, the most frequent of which was the use of face masks (99.0%). Being a man (p=0.001), 80 years old or older (p=0.045), and having fewer years of schooling (p=0.010) were associated with having less knowledge regarding the COVID-19 preventive measures. Conclusion: the elderly individuals were knowledgeable on COVID-19, but did not implement all the preventive measures. Male elderly individuals living by themselves with a low educational level are more vulnerable to COVID-19.

scholarly journals Prevalence and risk factors for HBV and HCV among incarcerated people who inject drugs in Iran: a cross sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ghobad Moradi ◽  
Parvin Mohamadi ◽  
Bushra Zareie ◽  
Mohammad Aziz Rasouli ◽  
Mohammad Mehdi Gouya ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
People Who Inject Drugs ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Behavioral Variables ◽  
B Virus ◽  
The Status ◽  
History Of ◽  
Regression Tests

Abstract Background: This study aimed at determining the prevalence of and risk factors for hepatitis B virus (HBV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) among incarcerated people who inject drugs (PWID) in Iran in 2015-16. Methods: The required data was collected from a database provided by Iranian national bio-behavioral surveillance surveys (BBSSs) on 11988 prisoners selected from among 55 prisons in 19 provinces in 2015-16. The data on demographics and behavioral variables were collected through interviews and the status of exposure to HBV and HCV were determined using ELISA blood test. A total of 1387 individuals with a history of drug injection in their lifetime were enrolled into the study. Data were analyzed using the survey package in Stata/SE software, Version 14.0. Univariate and multivariate logistic regression tests were used to investigate the relationships between risk factors and outcomes.Results: The mean age of the incarcerated PWID was 36.83 ± 8.13 years. Of all the studied subjects, 98.46% were male and 50.97% were married. The prevalence of HCV and HBV among the subjects were 40.52% and 2.46%, respectively. The prevalence of HCV was associated with age≥30 years, being single, illiteracy and low level of education, prison term>5 years, history of piercing, and extramarital sex in lifetime (P<0.05).Conclusions: The prevalence of HCV is alarmingly high. In general, it is recommended to adopt measures to screen and treat patients with HCV and vaccinat incarcerated PWID without a history of vaccination against HBV.

scholarly journals A Preliminary Assessment of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Knowledge and Perceptions in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
P.O. Olapegba ◽  
O. Ayandele ◽  
S.O. Kolawole ◽  
R. Oguntayo ◽  
J.C. Gandi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Study Data ◽  
Common Source ◽  
Chinese Government ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Traditional Media ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Novel Coronavirus ◽  
High Level

AbstractThis study assessed knowledge and perceptions about COVID-19 among the general public in Nigeria during the initial week of the pandemic lockdown in the country. From March 28 to April 4, 2020, this cross-sectional survey used an anonymous online questionnaire to collect data from respondents within Nigeria. Purposive and snowball sampling techniques were used to recruit 1357 respondents, aged 15-70 years, from 180 cities and towns within Nigeria. Study data were analysed using descriptive statistics. Approximately more than half (57.02%) of the respondents were male with high level of education (48.86% bachelor’s degree or higher). Approximately half of the respondents (46.94%) opined that COVID-19 was “a biological weapon designed by the Chinese government.” About 94% of the respondents identified “contact with airborne droplets via breathing, sneezing, or coughing” as the most common mode of transmission; most respondents associated COVID-19 with coughing (81.13%), shortness of breath (73.47%) and fever (62.79%). “Regular hand washing and social distancing” was selected by most respondents (94.25%) as a way of preventing infection whereas 11.86% reported “consuming gins, garlic, ginger, herbal mixtures and African foods/soups” as preventive measures against COVID-19. Majority of the respondents (91.73%) thought COVID-19 is deadly; and most respondents (84.3%) got 4 or more answers correctly. It was also observed that the traditional media (TV/Radio) are the most common source of health information about COVID-19 (93.5%). Findings revealed that Nigerians have relatively high knowledge, mostly derived from traditional media, about COVID-19. Their perceptions of COVID-19 bear implications across public health initiatives, compliance with precautionary behavior as well as bilateral relations with foreign nations. Evidence-based campaign should be intensified to remove misconceptions and promote precautionary measures.

Promotion of Preventive Measures in Public Nursery Schools: Lessons From the H1N1 Pandemic

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 636-644
Author(s):  
Koralia A. Michail ◽  
Christina Ioannidou ◽  
Petros Galanis ◽  
Kostantinos Tsoumakas ◽  
Ioanna D. Pavlopoulou
Keyword(s):  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Nursery School ◽  
Influenza Pandemic ◽  
Teaching Experience ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Nursery Schools ◽  
Hygiene Measures ◽  
Novel Virus ◽  
Pandemic Vaccine

Nursery schools serve as reservoirs of transmission of infectious diseases, and teachers should be able to implement and monitor hygiene measures to prevent them. The aim of the present study was to assess the compliance of nursery school teachers on promoting preventive interventions and to identify associated factors, during the novel H1N1 influenza pandemic. A secondary objective was to evaluate their knowledge and vaccination status regarding the novel virus. A cross-sectional study was performed, with the use of a predesigned anonymous, questionnaire, and distributed to all public nursery teachers of Athens, Greece. General etiquette practices were highly acceptable to over 92% of teachers. Those with longer teaching experience promoted simple preventive measures, such as hand washing and use of hand sanitizer, more often while older children were more likely to familiarize with them. However, teachers presented inadequate knowledge concerning the novel virus and their vaccination rates with the pandemic vaccine were unacceptably low (1.1%). Our study showed that promotion of simple preventive measures is feasible and may contribute to the prevention of outbreaks in nursery schools, although knowledge gaps and fear concerning the pandemic vaccine highlight communication issues.

scholarly journals Computer vision syndrome: a study of knowledge and practices in university students

2013 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 161-168 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Chandrasekhara Reddy ◽  
CK Low ◽  
YP Lim ◽  
LL Low ◽  
F Mardina ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
University Students ◽  
Computer Use ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Survey Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome ◽  
Eye Symptoms ◽  
Continuous Use

Introduction: Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a condition in which a person experiences one or more of eye symptoms as a result of prolonged working on a computer. Objectives: To determine the prevalence of CVS symptoms, knowledge and practices of computer use in students studying in different universities in Malaysia, and to evaluate the association of various factors in computer use with the occurrence of symptoms. Material and methods: In a cross sectional, questionnaire survey study, data was collected in college students regarding the demography, use of spectacles, duration of daily continuous use of computer, symptoms of CVS, preventive measures taken to reduce the symptoms, use of radiation filter on the computer screen, and lighting in the room. Results: A total of 795 students, aged between 18 and 25 years, from five universities in Malaysia were surveyed. The prevalence of symptoms of CVS (one or more) was found to be 89.9%; the most disturbing symptom was headache (19.7%) followed by eye strain (16.4%). Students who used computer for more than 2 hours per day experienced significantly more symptoms of CVS (p=0.0001). Looking at far objects in-between the work was significantly (p=0.0008) associated with less frequency of CVS symptoms. The use of radiation filter on the screen (p=0.6777) did not help in reducing the CVS symptoms. Conclusion: Ninety percent of university students in Malaysia experienced symptoms related to CVS, which was seen more often in those who used computer for more than 2 hours continuously per day. Nepal J Ophthalmol 2013; 5(10): 161-168 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/nepjoph.v5i2.8707

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