Determinants of Adherence to the Recommended COVID-19 Prevention and Control Guidelines by Small Scale Retail Shop Operators in Rural Parts of Siaya County, Kenya

Abstract

Introduction: In order to prevent and control the spread of COVID-19 in Kenya the Ministry of Health (MoH) issued unprecedented guidelines to be followed by all citizens. Adherence to the MoH COVID-19 prevention and control guidelines in rural areas is generally a function of the residents’ knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP). Evidence shows that public knowledge is important in tackling pandemics.