What infection control measures will people carry out to reduce transmission of pandemic influenza? A focus group study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pandemic influenza poses a future health threat against which infection control behaviours may be an important defence. However, there is little qualitative research examining perceptions of infection control measures in the context of pandemic influenza.

Methods

Eight focus groups and one interview were conducted with a purposive sample of 31 participants. Participants were invited to discuss their perceptions of infection transmission and likely adherence to infection control measures in both non-pandemic and pandemic contexts. Infection control measures discussed included handwashing, social distancing and cough hygiene (e.g. covering mouth, disposing of tissues immediately etc.).

Results

Thematic analysis revealed that although participants were knowled

SUBMITTER: Morrison LG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2720966 | biostudies-literature | 2009 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature