The Prevalence of COVID-19 in Al Qassim Province -Saudi Arabia: A Sociodemographic Analysis

BACKGROUND: The resurgence of COVID-19 cases in Saudi Arabia, despite ongoing control measures, warrants further analysis. AIM: We aimed to investigate the prevalence and sociodemographic risk factors Al Qassim Province, Arabia. explored perceptions toward vaccination, social isolation community adherence distancing measures. METHODS: collected data reported by Weqaya, Centre for Disease Prevention Control, conducted a cross-sectional study within province. RESULTS: Up 9 May 2021, 15 497 positive were detected, comprising 1.46%. Uyun Al-Jiwa Riyadh Al-Khabra had highest infection rate. Our sample 511 participants revealed an exposure rate 52.1% (n=266) with no specific factor. Self-isolation following confirmed or probable case occurred less among older age groups married participants, was not influenced presence underlying chronic diseases. majority perceived compliance measures fall ‘sometimes’ category. Finally, vaccination acceptance 72.6% (n=371). CONCLUSION: findings current emphasise need adopt encourage self-isolation, especially vulnerable groups.