Factors associated with perceived fear of future pandemics and/or epidemics: a cross-sectional study in Cyprus.

ABSTRACT: This study aims to understand the levels of fear experienced by individuals regarding future pandemics and/or epidemics among the general population of Cyprus and comprehensively examine the diverse factors that influence this perceived fear. The cross-sectional study was conducted from October 1st, 2022, to February 19th, 2023. A proportionate quota sampling method was used for the recruitment, by recruiting a fixed number of participants from each age group, sex, and place of residence. The study collected information on sociodemographic and health-related characteristics, health literacy, trust, COVID-19 vaccination information, and perceived fear of future epidemics and/or pandemics using a self-administered questionnaire. The survey included 1075 participants, with 53.7% of them repor

SUBMITTER: Alexandrou R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10374585 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature