Survey of awareness, attitudes, and compliance with COVID-19 measures among Vermont residents.

ABSTRACT: The objective of this research was to examine residents' awareness, attitudes, and compliance with COVID-19 public health guidelines in Vermont, which emerged as an early leader in national pandemic response. Our methods included conducting an online survey of adult Vermont residents between January and April 2021. We analyzed demographics associated with awareness and compliance, and identified features associated with non-compliance. Our results show that of the 2,208 adult Vermont residents who completed the survey, 90% were extremely aware of the state's COVID-19 guidelines, and 95% reported knowing exactly what to do to follow recommended actions. Political affiliation emerged as a primary factor related to attitudes and compliance. Self-identified Republicans were less likely to agre

SUBMITTER: Vatovec C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8920266 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature