Evaluation Of Information, Attitudes And Behaviors Of A University Hospital Staff About Brucella

Abstract

Purpose: The aim of this study is to define the sociodemographic characteristics of the staff other than health professionals working at Pamukkale University (PAU) Hospital, to evaluate their knowledge about Brucellosis and protection of people at risk against it, as well as their relationship with some risky practices that may cause Brucella infection. Materials and methods: The data of the research were collected using a questionnaire comprising of 25 questions, using face-to-face interview technique. The questionnaires were applied at PAU Hospital. Results: Brucellosis is a common disease in our country. Although the participants in our study were of different age groups and worked at the hospital environment, only (4.65%) (0.58%-8.72%) of them knew that Brucellosis can be transmitted by contact with animals. Increasing age and education level negatively affected the information, attitudes and behaviors about Brucella. Conclusion: Hospital staff should be informed about Brucellosis, including awareness of the risk that the disease may be transmitted by contact with animals and / or their products or waste. © 2020, Pamukkale University. All rights reserved.