Near-term pregnant women’s attitude toward, concern about and knowledge of the COVID-19 pandemic

Yassa, Murat; Birol, Pınar; Yirmibeş, Cihangir; Usta, Canberk; Haydar, Ahmad; Yassa, Ahmet; Sandal, Kemal; Tekin, Arzu Bilge; Tuğ, Niyazi

doi:10.1080/14767058.2020.1763947

“…Yassa et al focused on Turkish pregnant women in attitude, concerns and knowledge towards COVID-19 from 30 weeks gestation onwards [20] where Turkey was one of the most affected countries then with over 20,000 cases and 425 deaths in April 2020 [21]. They showed that about 80% of women felt vulnerable towards the outbreak 45 % of women were confused or doubtful about the mode of delivery and 50% wasn't sure if breast feeding was safe during the pandemic [20]. This is similar to our ndings where 74% of women were worried about being infected with COVID-19; 53% of women would choose having a caesarean section over a vaginal delivery and only 35% of women will choose to breast feed if they were diagnosed with COVID-19.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Attitude and perceptions towards COVID-19 among pregnant women in Singapore: A cross-sectional survey

Lee

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Loy

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Yang

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et al. 2020

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Background COVID-19 may predispose pregnant women to higher risks of severe disease and poorer neonatal outcome. Psychological sequalae of this pandemic may pose a greater conundrum than its clinical aspects. It is currently unknown that how pregnant women cope with this global pandemic and its ramifications. The aims of the study are to understand the attitude and perceptions of non-infected pregnant women towards the COVID-19 outbreak in Singapore. Methods An online cross-sectional survey of COVID-19 awareness among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Singapore was conducted. An internet link was provided to complete an online electronic survey on Google platform using a quick response (QR) code on mobile devices. The online survey consists of 34 questions that were categorized into 4 main sections, namely 1) social demographics 2) attitude on safe distancing measures 3) precaution practices and 4) perceptions of COVID-19. Results A total of 167 survey responses were obtained over eight weeks from April to June 2020. The majority of women were aged ≤35 years (76%, n=127), were of Chinese ethnicity (55%, n=91), attained tertiary education (62%, n=104) and were not working as frontline staff (70%). Using multiple linear regression models, Malay ethnicity (vs. Chinese, β 0.24; 95% CI 0.04, 0.44) was associated with higher frequency of practicing social distancing. Malay women (β 0.48; 95% CI 0.16, 0.80) and those who worked as frontline staff (β 0.28; 95% CI 0.01, 0.56) sanitized their hands at higher frequencies. Age of ≥36 years (vs. ≤30 years, β 0.24; 95% CI 0.01, 0.46), Malay (vs. Chinese, β 0.27; 95% CI 0.06, 0.48) and Indian ethnicity (vs. Chinese, β 0.41; 95% CI 0.02, 0.80), and attendance at high-risk clinic (vs. general clinic, β 0.20; 95% CI 0.01, 0.39) were associated with higher frequency of staying-at-home.Conclusion It is important for clinicians to render appropriate counselling and focused clarification on the effect of COVID-19 among pregnant women for psychological support and mental wellbeing.

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“…The body's immunity increases with proper nutrition. Previous studies mentioned several food sources that can provide immunomodulatory effects, and respondents agreed with the bene ts of these herbal foods [18,19].…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…At present, the world is facing a pandemic due to an increase in coronavirus disease (COVID- 19) infections. Indonesia is now among the countries that have experienced attacks.…”

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confidence: 99%

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

Sari

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Amelia

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Dharmajaya

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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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“…The same inverse associations were observed for Q18,Q20, Q21 with no signi cance. [20] where Turkey was one of the most affected countries then with over 20,000 cases and 425 deaths in April 2020 [21]. They showed that about 80% of women felt vulnerable towards the outbreak 45 % of women were confused or doubtful about the mode of delivery and 50% wasn't sure if breast feeding was safe during the pandemic [20].…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…[20] where Turkey was one of the most affected countries then with over 20,000 cases and 425 deaths in April 2020 [21]. They showed that about 80% of women felt vulnerable towards the outbreak 45 % of women were confused or doubtful about the mode of delivery and 50% wasn't sure if breast feeding was safe during the pandemic [20]. This is similar to our ndings where 74% of women were worried about being infected with COVID-19; 53% of women would choose having a caesarean section over a vaginal delivery and only 35% of women will choose to breast feed if they were diagnosed with COVID-19.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Attitude and perceptions towards COVID-19 among pregnant women in Singapore: A cross-sectional survey

Lee

¹

,

Loy

²

,

Yang

³

et al. 2020

Preprint

1

0

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Background COVID-19 may predispose pregnant women to higher risks of severe disease and poorer neonatal outcome. Psychological sequalae of this pandemic may pose a greater conundrum than its clinical aspects. It is currently unknown that how pregnant women cope with this global pandemic and its ramifications. The aims of the study are to understand the attitude and perceptions of non-infected pregnant women towards the COVID-19 outbreak in Singapore. Methods An online cross-sectional survey of COVID-19 awareness among pregnant women attending antenatal clinics in Singapore was conducted. An internet link was provided to complete an online electronic survey on Google platform using a quick response (QR) code on mobile devices. The online survey consists of 34 questions that were categorized into 4 main sections, namely 1) social demographics 2) attitude on safe distancing measures 3) precaution practices and 4) perceptions of COVID-19. Results A total of 167 survey responses were obtained over eight weeks from April to June 2020. The majority of women were aged ≤35 years (76%, n=127), were of Chinese ethnicity (55%, n=91), attained tertiary education (62%, n=104) and were not working as frontline staff (70%). Using multiple linear regression models, Malay ethnicity (vs. Chinese, β 0.24; 95% CI 0.04, 0.44) was associated with higher frequency of practicing social distancing. Malay women (β 0.48; 95% CI 0.16, 0.80) and those who worked as frontline staff (β 0.28; 95% CI 0.01, 0.56) sanitized their hands at higher frequencies. Age of ≥36 years (vs. ≤30 years, β 0.24; 95% CI 0.01, 0.46), Malay (vs. Chinese, β 0.27; 95% CI 0.06, 0.48) and Indian ethnicity (vs. Chinese, β 0.41; 95% CI 0.02, 0.80), and attendance at high-risk clinic (vs. general clinic, β 0.20; 95% CI 0.01, 0.39) were associated with higher frequency of staying-at-home.Conclusion It is important for clinicians to render appropriate counselling and focused clarification on the effect of COVID-19 among pregnant women for psychological support and mental wellbeing.

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Near-term pregnant women’s attitude toward, concern about and knowledge of the COVID-19 pandemic

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Attitude and perceptions towards COVID-19 among pregnant women in Singapore: A cross-sectional survey

Attitude and perceptions towards COVID-19 among pregnant women in Singapore: A cross-sectional survey

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

Attitude and perceptions towards COVID-19 among pregnant women in Singapore: A cross-sectional survey

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Attitude and perceptions towards&nbsp;COVID-19 among pregnant women in Singapore: A cross-sectional survey

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

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Attitude and perceptions towards COVID-19 among pregnant women in Singapore: A cross-sectional survey