European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on a large portion of the global population. During the initial phase of the pandemic, there was limited knowledge on how to prevent the spread of the infection. Social distancing and lockdown measures were identified as effective strategies to curb the transmission of COVID-19 infections. The objective of the survey was to evaluate the knowledge and awareness of COVID-19 infection among suburban populations. Methods: An online survey was conducted among the adult population residing in a suburban city in India. The survey included questions about socio-demographic details, common signs and symptoms, modes of transmission of COVID-19, as well as the impact of the lockdown on their daily routines, concerns, and economic effects. Results: The survey received a substantial response from participants, with 738 adults taking part, and data from 696 individuals was included in the analysis. Of the participants, 77% were male and 23% were female. It was found that 67% of the survey participants were aware of the symptoms of COVID-19. Additionally, during the lockdown, 88% of the participants reported spending their time watching TV, using mobile devices, and engaging in household work. Conclusion: The majority of the population was aware of the common signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and how it spreads. Additionally, the lockdown period had an impact on the sleep patterns of approximately half of the individuals surveyed.