Exploring community perceptions, attitudes and practices regarding the COVID-19 pandemic in Karachi, Pakistan.

Anam Shahil FerozNaureen Akber AliRidah FerozNoshaba AkberSalima Nazim Meghani

Published in: BMJ open (2021)

This study provides an initial evidence base of communities' perceptions, and attitudes towards COVID-19 in an early stage of pandemic. The study emphasises that sufficient knowledge and awareness about COVID-19, adequate training and drills, and adherence to safety measures, are necessary to better prepare for the second wave of COVID-19.

Keyphrases

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primary care
mental health
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metabolic syndrome
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weight loss