Analysis of Socio-demographic Characteristics of Australian-based West Africans Survivals of 2014-2016 Ebola Epidemic During COVID-19 Pandemic

Background: This study investigated how the West Africans who survived Ebola virus disease (EVD) epidemic 10-years ago, but now living in Australia, perceived the psychosocial impact of COVID-19. Objective: The objective of this report is to narratively describe the demographic characteristics of the study participants. Methods: The study was a sequential mixed methods involving online survey questionnaire followed by qualitative interview. Results: A total of 68 participants initially subscribed to the online survey including approximately 51% women. Conclusion: The distribution of participants into stratified age groups, education, marital status and occupation are described amongst others.