Factors limiting youths’ practice of preventive measures toward the outbreak of COVID-19 in Oromia special zone surrounding Finfinnee, Ethiopia

Abstract Background: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a highly contagious viral infection, and it has negative effects on public health. The practice of preventive measures of the disease supports containment processes of the spread of coronavirus. However, the practice of preventive measures is affected by several associated risk factors. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the associated factors that limit the youths’ practice of preventive measures against COVID-19 in the study area. Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted. The