Knowledge, attitudes, and practices in transport workers and gym-goers toward COVID-19: A cross-sectional survey in Ghaziabad, India

Abstract

Background: Researchers in the field of public health frequently employ knowledge, attitude, and practice models to examine individuals' health-related behaviors. Hence, the primary objective of this study was to investigate the correlations between two groups with different sociodemographic status toward COVID-19 knowledge, affective attitudes, and preventive behaviors. Method: A cross-sectional comparative offline survey was conducted through questionnaire in a total of 166 population in and around Ghaziabad where 93 were active gym-goers and 73 were transport worker. Data collection was done from January to March 2022 that was included in statistical data analysis. Results: The difference of knowledge and practice was found when both groups were compared which was statically significant. Conclusion: The presence of sufficient COVID-19 knowledge demonstrates a direct association with increased engagement in precautionary behaviors. However, attitudes toward COVID-19 did not appear to have a significant role in motivating individuals to adopt preventive behaviors. Furthermore, COVID-appropriate behavior was associated with more educated and health-conscious groups.