Malaysian Responsibility Towards Preventive Measures During COVID-19 Pandemic

Introduction Currently there is no vaccine available to prevent COVID-19. Among the preventive measures that has been implemented at the moment is by taking responsibility in practicing social distancing and good hygiene. This study explores Malaysian responsibility towards preventive measures to avoid spreading of the virus. 

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Discussion / Conclusion The highest percentage of respondents were from Selangor (28.4%), female (68.2%), married (67.8%), age 36-45 years old (34.1%) and household income between RM 4,001 - RM 8,000 (42.3%). This study found that there was no significant difference between preventive measures with gender, age group, marital status and household income (p>0.05). Regardless of difference in sociodemographic, all respondents felt responsible to take preventive measures as recommended by the authorities. Thus, continuous health promotion strategies are needed to facilitate and sustain the necessary behavioural changes in preventing the transmission of COVID-19.