ABSTRACT
Background: CORONA is derived from Latin, mean crown. Corona virus is non segmented, RNA enveloped virus with positive polarity. Corona affects the mankind physically, psychologically, emotionally, and economically in the form of pandemic. Over last 7 months, corona virus appears as major public health issue. It shows its huge impact on respiratory, cardiovascular and reproductive system. Previously, outbreaks of corona virus types SARS and MERS are also seen. It can be prevented by good hygiene and respiratory hygiene.
Objective: The aim of study is to access the prevalence of corona virus (COVID-19) among different genders and age groups in general population by collecting their data.
Methodology: A cross sectional study was conducted in general population from 12 September to 21 September, 2020. A total of 150 patients, who were both male and female, were studied with self-administered questionnaire, who were diagnosed with PCR. No harm to patient and no privacy breachment occur during this research.
Study Setting: The study was carried out at Punjab, Pakistan.
Study Design: Descriptive cross-sectional study.
Results: Among 150 patients, frequency of COVID-19 in males is 51.4% and females 48.6%. According to age difference, highest chances of interaction occur in 13-25 years of age. Major symptoms in both genders are dry cough, fever and tiredness. Majorly, patients were diagnosed by clinical evaluation. No significant history and chronic diseases. Recovery rate is more in males (89.6%) than females (83.6%). Mortality rate is more in females (16.4%) than males (10.4%).
Conclusions: The higher prevalence of COVID-19 is seen in males and 13-25 years of age. Recovery rate is more in males and mortality rate is more in females.