Perceptions, Knowledge, and Behaviors Related to COVID-19 Among Social Media Users: Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Social media is one of the most rapid and impactful ways of obtaining and delivering information in the modern era.

Objective

The aim of this study was to rapidly obtain information on public perceptions, knowledge, and behaviors related to COVID-19 in order to identify deficiencies in key areas of public education.

Methods

Using a cross-sectional study design, a survey web link was posted on the social media and messaging platforms Instagram, Twitter, and WhatsApp by the study investigators. Participants, aged ≥18 years, filled out the survey on a voluntary basis. The main outcomes measured were knowledge of COVID-19 symptoms, protective measures against COVID-19, and source(s) of information about COVID-19. Subgroup analyses were conducted to determine th

SUBMITTER: Ali KF 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7481018 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature