What influences whether parents recognise COVID-19 symptoms, request a test and self-isolate: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Using test, trace and isolate systems can help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Parents have the additional responsibility of using these systems for themselves and acting on behalf of their children to help control COVID-19. We explored factors associated with the use of England's NHS Test and Trace service among parents of school-aged children.

Methods

One-to-one telephone interviews with parents (n = 18) of school-aged (4 to 18 years) children living in England between 30 November to 11 December 2020. Data were explored using thematic analysis.

Results

Three themes and eight sub-themes emerged. In terms of recognising symptoms of COVID-19, parents needed prompting before recalling the main symptoms described by the NHS. Parents suggested several factors re

SUBMITTER: Woodland L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8865653 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature