Abstract
Objective: To explore individuals‟ knowledge and
perception of the COVID-19 virus pandemic, views on
imposed governmental restrictions and engagement
rates in mandatory behavioural restrictions in a cohort
of Pakistan under or post-graduate students.
Methodology: A web-based cross-sectional survey
was conducted and 358 participants completed the
online questionnaire.
Results: Participants had a high awareness of several
potential symptoms of COVID-19 with shortness of
breath (99%), a dry cough (96%), and fever (94%). A
significant minority of participants stated that despite
governmental restrictions, they planned to continue to
engage with family members (not resident with them if
asymptomatic (21.5%).
Conclusion: Clear dissemination of information from
appropriate governmental sources is advised to support
on-going engagement in effective preventative
strategies for the COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan.
Keywords: Covid-19, public perception, knowledge
