Abstract

The general objective of the present study is to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, practice,
and fear of monkeypox infection among Kampala International University Students. A crosssectional
descriptive study was conducted anonymously among students of Kampala
International University, Uganda. The result of the analysis of the level of knowledge of
monkeypox among KIU students revealed a greater proportion of female respondents and
the middle age category had higher knowledge scores. Respondents in their third year of
study and above and medical students had higher knowledge scores. More students studying
a medical course and in their third year and above had a better (acceptable) attitude toward
the prevention of the spread of monkeypox. More female and young adult respondents also
had better attitudes toward the prevention of the spread of monkeypox infection. The
analysis of practices among KIU students revealed that most medical students inculcated
good practices compared to their nonmedical counterparts. In conclusion, programs
promoting health-seeking behaviour among students should be put in place. Programs
should be designed to particularly target younger adults and those with low levels of
education.