Paper Title :Effects of Knowledge Attitude and Preventive Measure towards COVID-19 among Bangkok Residents during the Outbreak

Author :Malinee Aimekong, Pokkate Wongsasuluk

Article Citation :Malinee Aimekong ,Pokkate Wongsasuluk , (2020 ) " Effects of Knowledge Attitude and Preventive Measure towards COVID-19 among Bangkok Residents during the Outbreak " , International Journal of Advances in Science, Engineering and Technology(IJASEAT) , pp. 59-63, Volume-8,Issue-4

Abstract : Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) is a new respiratory infection that is a global public health problem. The purpose of this study was to use a survey to assess the knowledge level, attitudes, preventive measure among Bangkok residents during the COVID-19 epidemic. This study was a cross-sectional study and collect from self-administered questionnaire by a sample of 100 people, the results showed most of participants have a correct answers around 15-20 items in knowledge of Covid-19part, indicating a moderate knowledge level of Covid-19. The mean score for attitude was 73.49 (SD = 15.4), indicating negative attitudes. The mean score for preventive measure was 77.31 (SD = 14.10), indicating high practices. However, the results highlight the importance of consistent information from health authorities and the government as well as the need for tailored health education programs to improve levels of knowledge, attitudes, and preventive measure Keywords - Covid-19, Knowledge, Attitude, Preventive Measure, Bangkok Residents

Type : Research paper

Published : Volume-8,Issue-4

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