n = 315 | |
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Attitude items | Good attitude n (%)a |
I will wear gloves when I handle waste | 224 (71.1) |
I will make sure waste bin is always covered | 287 (91.1) |
I have to cooperate with the health authority to prevent and control leptospirosis | 277 (87.9) |
I will make sure my family is involved to clean the house | 276 (87.6) |
I need to inform to the health authority if there is any leptospirosis case | 284 (90.2) |
I will make sure my family does not swim at contaminated water bodies | 253 (80.3) |
I am not worried to wade in the flood | 144 (45.7) |
I am oblivious of any presence of rodents around my house | 263 (83.5) |
I will inform to the health authority if I suspect any leptospirosis cases | 249 (79.0) |
I do not mind if my house is dirty | 260 (82.5) |
I need to see a doctor if I am having a fever during leptospirosis outbreak | 270 (85.7) |
I need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling waste | 251 (79.7) |
I am not worried if I am not wearing PPE such as boots, face mask etc. when handling waste | 200 (63.5) |