1. Socio-ecological Factors Associated with Preventive Behavior against COVID-19 in Ethiopia: A Cross-sectional Survey.
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Engdawork, Kibur, Amdework, Ezana, and Assefa, Samuel
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COVID-19 , *SOCIAL norms , *HOUSEHOLD surveys , *REGRESSION analysis , *ORGANIZATIONAL citizenship behavior , *DEMOGRAPHIC characteristics - Abstract
Understanding factors influencing the adoption of preventive behaviors is crucial in pandemic prevention and control. This study employs the social-ecological model to examine the determinants of preventive actions against COVID-19 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Data from a household survey were analyzed using a linear regression model. The findings indicate a moderate level of preventive behavior adoption among residents. Interpersonal behavior, community norms, and organizational-level factors are identified as significant predictors, while personal and demographic factors have little influence. These results highlight the need for context-specific health interventions, addressing social and structural aspects, to effectively combat COVID-19 in Addis Ababa and similar low- and middle-income settings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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