SARS-Cov-2 testing in the United Arab Emirates: Population Attitudes and Beliefs.
Baynouna AlKetbi, L.; Nagelkerke, N.; Abdelbaqi, H.; ALBlooshi, F.; AlSaedi, M.; Almansoori, S.; AlNuaimi, R.; AlKhoori, A.; AlAryani, A.; Al Jiziri, A.; AlMestika, N.; AlShamsi, M.; Kayani, F.; Alblooshi, N.; AlKhajeh, S.; Al Hammadi, I.; AlDhahei, S.; AlFalahi, J.
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ObjectivesThe United Arab Emirates responded to the SARS-COV-2 pandemic and widely implemented test-and-trace strategy. In this cross-sectional questionnaire-based study 531 subjects presenting for SARS-COV-2 testing were recruited to study populations beliefs and choices regarding testing and were compared to 156 who never been tested. ResultsThe community uptake in Abu Dhabi Emirate reached 90% (average of 68% overall). In the great majority it was self-motivated as 6% only had doctor referral. Those who had not taken a test were younger in age (p < 0.001), more likely performing activities such as shopping and eating out (p = 0.001), have a medical illness (p < 0.0001), and working from home (p = 0.005). The tested group reported significantly more agreement with the statement, if someone had negative result no need to stay home or wear mask. In conclusion, SARS-COV-2 testing had extensive coverage and high acceptability in the UAE. Acting on concluded beliefs and attitude are key to ensure the testing coverage efficiency and public empowerment.
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