Expectations of citizens from the government in response to COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study in Iran.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The government is the main body in charge of controlling epidemics; hence, expectations from the intention and capacities of the government would affect the flexibility and behaviors of citizens. Given the severity of COVID-19 pandemic and the urgent need for cooperation of people in the prevention and combat processes, understanding the public perspectives would be crucial and instructive. This study aimed to explore such perspectives towards the current pandemic among the Iranian. Indeed, we sought to provide a favorable platform for effective policies in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic through recognizing public expectations.

Methods

This cross-sectional survey used an open-ended online questionnaire to investigate the common perspectives of the Iranian towar

SUBMITTER: Zarei L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8027969 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature