Osamah Mohammed Al Mugeiren

Department of Preventive Dentistry, College of Dentistry, Riyadh Elm University, Namuthajiya Campus, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Publications

  • Research   
    Self-Reported Medical and Dental Care Needs During the COVID-19 Lockdown in Saudi Arabia
    Author(s): Osamah Mohammed Al Mugeiren*

    Background: During the lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic, a noteworthy shift in the utilization of medical and dental services was noticed. Hence, this study investigated the Saudi population's self-reported medical and dental care needs during the COVID-19 lockdown. Study subjects and methods: The study participants comprised citizens and residents of Saudi Arabia who were active on various social media platforms (WhatsApp and Twitter). This cross-sectional study was carried out from June 15 to August 25, 2020, during the lockdown period in Saudi Arabia. An online questionnaire was prepared using the Survey monkey platform, and the link was shared on prominent social media platforms in Saudi Arabia. The questionnaire consisted of demographic variables, sources of COVID-19 information, any medical or dental care needs (rather than COVID-19 symptoms), and the action taken towards t.. Read More»

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