Alliance for Pandemic Preparedness

April 10, 2020

Self-Isolation Compliance In The COVID-19 Era Influenced By Compensation: Findings From A Recent Survey In Israel

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  • A cross sectional study of the adult population of Israel conducted to assess public attitudes towards the COVID-19 outbreak and compliance of self-quarantine measures suggests that compliance is much higher when compensation for lost wages is assumed. 
  • This study indicates that providing people with assurances for their livelihood during self-quarantine is an important component in compliance with public health regulations. 

Bodas and Peleg. (Apr 9, 2020). Self-Isolation Compliance In The COVID-19 Era Influenced By Compensation: Findings From A Recent Survey In Israel. Health Affairs. https://doi.org/10.1377/hlthaff.2020.00382