Experiences of social stigma among patients tested positive for COVID-19 and their family members: a qualitative study

Experiences of social stigma among patients tested positive for COVID-19 and their family members: a qualitative study

Abstract Background Social stigma against persons infected with COVID-19 is not uncommon. This qualitative study aimed to explore the experience of social stigma among COVID-19 positive patients and their family members. Method This cross-sectional study was conducted between April to June 2020 in M...

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Main Authors: Chii-Chii Chew, Xin-Jie Lim, Chee-Tao Chang, Philip Rajan, Nordin Nasir, Wah-Yun Low
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-09-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
COVID-19
Social stigma
Patients
Family
Disclosure
Telephone interview
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-11679-8

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-021-11679-8

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