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Compliance with COVID19 Mitigation Measures

Institution

University of Amsterdam (UVA) in collaboration with Arizona State University, University of California, Irvine and Bar-Il University

Country

USA, The Netherlands

Type of Study

Social science study

Methodology

Surveys

Key Focus of Study

In response to Covid-19 pandemic, authorities across the globe have taken measures to slow the spread of the virus and protect vulnerable groups from contagion. These measures are vital in decreasing mortality and reducing an overburdening of health care systems. According to one estimate these mitigation measures can save at least 20 million lives and when they are adopted early enough (at 0.2 deaths per 100,000 population per week) up to 38.7 million lives globally (Walker et al. 2020). This study answers two crucial questions in relation to these mitigation measures. First it studies to what extent people have complied with the measures taken. And second it analyzes what factors have played a role in shaping variation in such compliance.The answers to these questions can shed light on the extent to which the measures have been effective in achieving the desired change in behavior that can slow the spread of the virus. And they can help to guide policies that seek to improve such compliance.

Key Stakeholders

Public, policy makers

Status

Ongoing

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