Alliance for Pandemic Preparedness

October 9, 2020

Factors Influencing Risk for COVID-19 Exposure Among Young Adults Aged 18–23 Years — Winnebago County, Wisconsin, March–July 2020

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  • Among young adults in one county in Wisconsin, perceived low severity of disease, perceived responsibility to others, peer pressure, and exposure to misinformation regarding masks were identified as drivers of behaviors that might impact risk of COVID-19 exposure. The authors suggest that behavior change messages that highlight both personal responsibility and responsibility to protect others might encourage young adults to adhere to public health guidelines that prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Wilson et al. (Oct 9, 2020). Factors Influencing Risk for COVID-19 Exposure Among Young Adults Aged 18–23 Years — Winnebago County, Wisconsin, March–July 2020. MMWR https://doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm6941e2