Abstract
Reflect, in the light of the Health Belief Model, on the adoption of behavioral measures in the context of COVID-19. Theoretical-reflective essay, based on the Health Belief Model, to reflect on adherence to preventive behaviors in the pandemic of COVID-19. Adherence to preventive behaviors is strongly influenced by socioeconomic, territorial, political and individual factors in the face of critical health situations. In addition, the spread of false news modulates the thinking and execution of behavioral actions in the population. It is necessary to understand the importance of health communication processes and the use of tools aimed at responsible human behavior and engaged in the adoption of a preventive posture.
Highlights
In the last few months, the public health emergency caused by COVID-19 has triggered unease and multiple questions about the real magnitude of social commitment to health
The disease was initially identified in Wuhan province, China, in December 2019; and, since it has been propagated to several countries, including Brazil
The causative etiologic agent is the new Sars-CoV-2 coronavirus, and its transmission occurs from person to person, mainly through direct contact or through droplets disseminated by the cough or sneeze of an infected person, causing symptoms ranging from the flu to severe pneumonia[1]
Summary
In the last few months, the public health emergency caused by COVID-19 has triggered unease and multiple questions about the real magnitude of social commitment to health. In the light of the Health Belief Model, on the adoption of behavioral measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.
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