Perceptions of the COVID-19 pandemic: a qualitative study with South African adults.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In South Africa, public perceptions of the COVID-19 pandemic and risk mitigation measures remain mixed. To better understand health behaviours in the context of COVID-19, a qualitative study was conducted, which aimed to investigate perceptions relating to the COVID-19 pandemic among the South African adult population.

Methods

Twelve online focus groups were conducted across the following age groups: 18-34, 35-54, 55 + years old (total n = 70) in December 2021. Diversity across socioeconomic status, geographical areas, and urban and rural settings was maximised, with an equal representation of men and women. Focus groups were conducted, and audio recorded using an online platform, transcribed verbatim and thematically analysed using MAXQDA.

Results

There

SUBMITTER: Silubonde TM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10091320 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature