Perceptions and knowledge regarding the COVID-19 pandemic between U.S. and China: a mixed methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

SARS-CoV-2, a new coronavirus first reported by China on December 31st, 2019, has led to a global health crisis that continues to challenge governments and public health organizations. Understanding COVID-19 knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) is key for informing messaging strategies to contain the pandemic. Cross-national studies (e.g.: comparing China to the U.S.) are needed to better understand how trans-cultural differences may drive differences in pandemic response and behaviors. The goal of the study is to compare knowledge and perceptions of COVID-19 between adults in China and the U.S. These data will provide insight into challenges these nations may face in coordinating pandemic response.

Methods

This is a convergent mixed methods study comparing r

SUBMITTER: Xiong Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9358088 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature