Table 3 Behavioural responses to pandemic influenza (H1N1) 2009
From: Why do I need it? I am not at risk! Public perceptions towards the pandemic (H1N1) 2009 vaccine
"Over the past month, I have ... because of swine flu": | % (n) of positive responses |
|---|---|
Washed my hands with soap and water more often than usual | 48.3 (303) |
Used alcoholic hand gel more than usual | 37.6 (236) |
Increased the amount I clean or disinfect things that I might touch, such as door knobs | 31.1 (195) |
Kept away from crowded places generally | 8.6 (54) |
Reduced the amount I use public transport | 7.3 (46) |
Deliberately cancelled or postponed a social event, such as meeting friends, eating out, or going to a sports event | 6.2 (39) |
Reduced the amount I go into shops | 4.9 (31) |
Kept one or more of my children out of school or pre-school | 3.3 (21) |