Community risk perception and barriers for the practice of COVID-19 prevention measures in Northwest Ethiopia: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

According to the World Health Organization, viral diseases continue to emerge and represent a serious issue for public health. The elderly and those with underlying chronic diseases are more likely to become severe cases. Our study sets out to present in-depth exploration and analyses of the community's risk perception and barriers to the practice of COVID-19 prevention measures in South Gondar Zone, Northwest Ethiopia.

Methods

A qualitative study was done in three districts of South Gondar Zone. Community key informants and health extension workers were selected purposely for in-depth interviews and focus group discussion. The interviews were conducted by maintaining WHO recommendations for social distancing and use of appropriate personal protective equipment. T

SUBMITTER: Tesfaw A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8462701 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature