Original Research Article
Year: 2020 | Month: October | Volume: 10 | Issue: 10 | Pages: 114-122
Awareness Regarding COVID-19 Precautionary Measures in India- A Survey Study
Varun V Verma1, Tanvee D Vora2, Chhaya V Verma3
1Engineering Student (5th Semester, Computer Engineering), Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues Institute of Technology, Navi Mumbai
2M.P.Th in Musculoskeletal Sciences, Founder Bone and Brain Physiotherapy Brand
3Professor and Head, Physiotherapy School & Center, T N Medical College & B Y L Nair Hospital, Mumbai.
Corresponding Author: Varun V Verma
ABSTRACT
Introduction: The COVID 19 pandemic has deeply impacted individuals from all walks of life. The rapid spread of the virus has not only caused health challenges but also economic, social and environmental challenges to the entire population. This survey study conducted in India attempts to highlight the amount of awareness in general population regarding the precautionary measures of COVID 19.
Method: This is an online survey-based study with 860 voluntary participants reached through snowball sampling.
Results & Conclusion: Our survey study analyses each precautionary measure using descriptive analysis for the responses and results conclude maximum awareness among general population with respect to Masks, Hand hygiene, Greeting Methods and Grocery cleaning. We however feel that practicing social distancing is of utmost importance and spreading more awareness regarding the same is yet required.
Key words: COVID 19, Social distancing, Awareness, Precautionary measures