COVID-19 risk mitigation behaviors among rural and urban community-dwelling older adults in summer, 2020.

Janice C Probst Elizabeth L Crouch Jan M Eberth

Published in: The Journal of rural health : official journal of the American Rural Health Association and the National Rural Health Care Association (2021)

Within older adults, reported compliance with recommended behaviors to limit the spread of COVID-19 was high. Nonetheless, consistent rural shortfalls were noted. Findings highlight the need for rural-specific messaging strategies for future public health emergencies.

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coronavirus disease
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