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How the Norwegian population was affected by non-pharmaceutical interventions during the first six weeks of the COVID-19 lockdown.

Silje MælandRagnhild BjørknesStine LehmannGro Mjeldheim SandalWilliam HazellÅsgeir Kjetland RabbenØystein VedaaJens Christoffer SkogenLars Thore Fadnes
Published in: Scandinavian journal of public health (2021)
The non-pharmaceutical interventions were perceived as manageable by the majority of the adult general population in Norway at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. A substantial proportion of adults <30 years old experienced difficulties with social distancing, and those >70 years old lacked the digital tools and knowledge. Further, immigrant access to health services needs monitoring and future attention.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • healthcare
  • coronavirus disease
  • mental health
  • sars cov
  • depressive symptoms
  • working memory
  • social support
  • current status
  • young adults