This is a multi-country study (including but not limited to Australia, Brazil, Finland, Hong Kong, Korea, Macau, mainland China, Philippines, Sweden, Turkey, UK, and USA) about the practice of face mask use and mental status among general public during the outbreaks of COVID-19. This study aims to investigate the practice of face mask use among general public during the outbreak of COVID-19. The objectives include: (1) to investigate the practice of face mask use during the outbreak of COVID-19 and the difference in three areas (public area, clinic and home) and two categories (protect self and protect others); (2) to identify the factors influencing the practice of face mask use during the outbreak of COVID-19.
This study is important because the result can inform whether the “mass masking” will reduce the spread of COVID-19 globally.

This online survey can be completed within 3-5 minutes.

Your participation is voluntary. You have every right to refuse to participate or withdraw at any time for any reason.

If you would like to obtain more information about this study, please contact Ms. Hon Ching Yuk (tel. no.: 6823 9358 / email: ching-yuk.hon@connect.polyu.hk) or Dr. Simon LAM Ching (tel. no.: 2766 5620 / email: simon.c.lam@polyu.edu.hk).

Ethical approval has been obtained (ref: HSEARS20200227002).

Thank you for your consideration to participate. Wish all the best in staying good health!