University students' perceptions of airborne infection control: exploratory study using Q methodology.

ABSTRACT:

Background

International cooperation for infection control is important to prevent global pandemics. University students were difficult groups to manage of infection control measures. They often had overconfidence to their health, ineffective personal hygiene, and active social activities. Their misperceptions and inappropriate preventive behaviors increase the infection risks to university and community. Understanding university students' perceptions of airborne infection management will contribute to the establishment of relevant policies and health education programs.

Method

This study explored subjective perceptions of airborne infection among university students in South Korea using Q-methodology. Forty university students representing different majors ranked a set of 3

SUBMITTER: Lee S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7781183 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature