Correlation Between Health Beliefs and Mask-Wearing During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Authors

Kelly L. Wierenga · Baylor University

Hannah Ferguson · Columbus Regional Healthcare System

Courtney Barker · Indiana University Health

Ava M. Davidson · Riley Hospital for Children

Emily K. Nordhoff · Riley Hospital for Children

Kayla J. Wilkerson · Riley Hospital for Children

Megan L. Wurth

Abstract

These findings suggest that health beliefs play a crucial role in mask-wearing behaviors. Further research is needed to explore how health beliefs influence other mitigation measures, such as immunizations, social distancing, and hand hygiene. Interventions targeting HBM concepts could potentially improve mask-wearing and other health actions, reducing the spread of viral illnesses.

Topics & Keywords

Infection Control and Ventilation COVID-19 and Mental Health Health Literacy and Information Accessibility

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Quality Education

Publication Details

Published in: Western Journal of Nursing Research

Volume 48, Issue 3, pp. 289-297

DOI: 10.1177/01939459251397770

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