COVID-19 awareness among a group of Egyptians and their perception toward the role of dentists in its prevention: a pilot cross-sectional survey

Ahmed, Eman Farouk; Shehata, Mohamed Abo Alftooh; Elheeny, Ahmad Abdel Hamid

doi:10.1007/s10389-020-01318-8

“…Creating a high level of awareness plays an important role in primary prevention and health promotion. In addition, it causes early detection of symptoms in the community [22].…”

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Investigating the Use of White Lies During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

Nikbakht Nasrabadi,

Joolaee,

Navab

et al. 2024

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Background: While dishonesty is considered unethical, its occurrence within the healthcare system is not rare; therefore, addressing and controlling this behavior requires targeted interventions to address its root causes. This study investigates the encounters of patients with COVID-19, their families, and healthcare workers with white lies during the COVID-19 pandemic in Iran. Materials and Methods: In this qualitative study, we employed a content analysis approach. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 50 participants, including healthcare workers, individuals diagnosed with COVID-19, and their families. The research was carried out at teaching hospitals affiliated with the Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 2020. For data analysis, the methodology proposed by Graneheim and Lundman was used. In addition, the management and analysis of data were facilitated through MAXQDA software, version 12. Results: This study included 23 female and 27 male participants, with a mean age of 35±6.3 years. Through data analysis, a total of 3201 codes were identified and subsequently organized into 5 main categories as follows: social stigma, media inconsistencies, fear and uncertainty, negligence, and breaking free from quarantine. These categories further branched into 11 sub-categories. Conclusion: Employing white lies as a means to sidestep social stigma and discrimination, along with grappling with fear and xenophobia, emerged as prevalent experiences. The articulation of transparent and truthful information at the community level plays a crucial role in priming public perceptions to acknowledge factual circumstances. To achieve this, healthcare authorities and the media bear the responsibility of disseminating coherent and honest information, thereby mitigating and managing the proliferation of rumors within the community amidst the ongoing pandemic.

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“…Symptoms identified comprise of fever, cough, difficulty in breathing, loss of smell, while in extreme cases can lead to pneumonia, multi-organ failure and death. 7 The rapid spread of this infection is principally through respiratory droplets of 5-10 μm in diameter, spread through the mouth or nose, when an infected person coughs or sneezes. 8 A study conducted in Singapore has identified that these droplets can be transmitted across a distance of 4.5 metres.…”

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General public awareness, knowledge and attitude toward COVID-19 infection and prevention: a cross-sectional study from Pakistan

Alam

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Almojaibel

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,

Ansari

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et al. 2023

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Background: The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge, perceptions, and attitude of the public in Pakistan (using social media) towards COVID-19. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted amongst 1120 individuals nationwide. A self-developed, pre-tested questionnaire was used that comprised of sections covering demographic characteristics, medical history, hygiene awareness, COVID-19-related knowledge, and learning attitude. Descriptive statistics were used for frequencies, percentages, averages and standard deviations. Inferential statistics were done using the Student’s t-test and ANOVA. Results: The average age of participants was 31 years (range 18-60 years). In total 56 individuals (5%) had completed primary or secondary school education; 448 (40%) were employed (working from home) and 60% were jobless due to the COVID-19 crisis. Almost all the study subjects (1030 (92%)) were washing their hands multiple times a day. A total of 83% had awareness regarding quarantine time, 82% used face masks whenever they left their homes, 98% were aware of the origin of the disease, and 70% had knowledge regarding the most common symptoms of COVID-19. Conclusion: It can be concluded from the current study that female participants had higher level of education, and more awareness regarding the coronavirus. The majority of the participants followed proper hand washing regimes and washed their faces. Further knowledge and awareness should be promoted.

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“…Symptoms identified comprise of fever, cough, difficulty in breathing, loss of smell, while in extreme cases can lead to pneumonia, multi-organ failure and death. 7 The rapid spread of this infection is principally through respiratory droplets of 5-10 μm in diameter, spread through the mouth or nose, when an infected person coughs or sneezes. 8 A study conducted in Singapore has identified that these droplets can be transmitted across a distance of 4.5 metres.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

General public awareness, knowledge and attitude toward COVID-19 infection and prevention: a cross-sectional study from Pakistan

Alam

¹

,

Almojaibel

²

,

Ansari

³

et al. 2021

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Background: The aim of this study is to evaluate the knowledge, perceptions, and attitude of the public in Pakistan (using social media) towards COVID-19. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted amongst 1120 individuals nationwide. A self-developed, pre-tested questionnaire was used that comprised of sections covering demographic characteristics, medical history, hygiene awareness, COVID-19-related knowledge, and learning attitude. Descriptive statistics were used for frequencies, percentages, averages and standard deviations. Inferential statistics were done using the Student’s t-test and ANOVA. Results: The average age of participants was 31 years (range 18-60 years). In total 56 individuals (5%) had completed primary or secondary school education; 448 (40%) were employed (working from home) and 60% were jobless due to the COVID-19 crisis. Almost all the study subjects (1030 (92%)) were washing their hands multiple times a day. A total of 83% had awareness regarding quarantine time, 82% used face masks whenever they left their homes, 98% were aware of the origin of the disease, and 70% had knowledge regarding the most common symptoms of COVID-19. Conclusion: It can be concluded from the current study that female participants had higher level of education, and more awareness regarding the coronavirus. The majority of the participants followed proper hand washing regimes and washed their faces. Further knowledge and awareness should be promoted.

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COVID-19 awareness among a group of Egyptians and their perception toward the role of dentists in its prevention: a pilot cross-sectional survey

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Investigating the Use of White Lies During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

Investigating the Use of White Lies During COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Study

General public awareness, knowledge and attitude toward COVID-19 infection and prevention: a cross-sectional study from Pakistan

General public awareness, knowledge and attitude toward COVID-19 infection and prevention: a cross-sectional study from Pakistan

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