Knowledge and attitude toward coronavirus disease 19 pandemic among Saudi Arabia population: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Coronavirus disease 19 is a pandemic affecting millions worldwide. Since February 2020, new cases are reported in Saudi Arabia, and regulations have been imposed to control the spread of the disease and raise awareness. This study aimed to assess the knowledge and attitudes of the Kingdom's residents toward coronavirus disease 19 during the early stages of the pandemic.

Method

A cross-sectional study of 2071 participants who were recruited from various cities in Saudi Arabia. An online questionnaire was shared through social media, which contained questions about demographic data, general knowledge of coronavirus disease 19, and participants' attitudes.

Results

The mean age of the study population was 34 ± 12.4 years. Most of the participants agreed that co

SUBMITTER: Shaikhain T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8532258 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature