THE COVID-19 PERCEPTIONS AND ACTIONS: A STUDY OF THE GRADUATE STUDENTS IN TURBAT, KECH

Muhammad Yaseen; Gul Hasan; Mohammad Tahir

Muhammad Yaseen Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Turbat, Pakistan
Gul Hasan Dean/Professor, Faculty of Legal Education, University of Turbat, Pakistan
Mohammad Tahir Associate Professor, Institute of Balochi Language & Culture, University of Turbat., Pakistan

Keywords: COVID-19 Pandemic, Knowledge, Attitude, Practices, Graduate Students

Abstract

COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) is a transforming disease caused by a novel coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2). High fever, cough, sore throat, breath shortness, weariness, rhinorrhea, and dyspnea are the most common symptoms of COVID-19. These symptoms are not specific when compared to common pneumonia symptoms. Neurologic symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection included myalgia, disorientation, anosmia, and ageusia. Some people experienced digestive issues, such as diarrhoea. The aim and objective of the current study was to check the knowledge, attitude and practices of the graduate students at District Kech. The quantitative research methodology was used to obtain a clear and succinct picture of students' knowledge, attitudes, and practices on COVID-19. Data were collected through structured questionnaire. 191 sample size acquired by applying Rao-soft sample size calculator. Stratified sampling technique for the distribution and allocation of the respondents was used. Findings of the research exhibited that graduate level students had a high level of knowledge, attitude and practices towards COVID-19 at district Kech. The gender, qualification and residential background of the students were positively correlated with knowledge, attitude and practices towards COVID-19.