ArticleDermatology practical & conceptual2021
A Cross-Sectional Survey of Knowledge of Skin Cancer in Saudi Arabia.
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- Common misconceptions of proper sun protection practices among women wearing hijab in Saudi Arabia: a literature review.International journal of women's dermatology · 2026Article
- The effect of social media-based education on skin cancer risk knowledge, skin self-examination and sun protection behaviours of women working in agriculture.BMC public health · 2026Article
- Sun Exposure and Behaviours in Saudi Arabia: A National Study of over Eleven Thousand Participants Utilising the Arabic Sun Exposure and Behaviour Inventory.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Sun-Safety Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviour in Western Saudi Arabia: Implications for Psycho-Oncology Prevention Services.Psycho-oncology · 2025Article
- Public knowledge, attitudes, practices, and barriers to skin cancer screening in the United Arab Emirates.PloS one · 2025Article
- Awareness and knowledge of sun exposure and use of sunscreen among adults in Aseer region, Saudi Arabia.Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society · 2024Article
- The New Media Landscape and Its Effects on Skin Cancer Diagnostics, Prognostics, and Prevention: Scoping Review.JMIR dermatology · 2024Article
- What do Patients Want to See on Social Media? Evidence From a Two-Year Experiment.Dermatology practical & conceptual · 2023Article
- Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice toward Skin Cancer Prevention and Detection among Jordanian Medical Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.Journal of skin cancer · 2022Article
- Awareness Level of Cancer Risk Factors and Warning Signs and Cancer Campaign Attendance behavior among Saudi Adults in a Tertiary Hospital in Riyadh.Asian Pacific journal of cancer prevention : APJCP · 2021Article
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Abstract
backgroundSkin cancer has become one of the world's leading health problems, and incidence rates are on the rise. The leading causes of skin cancer are sun exposure, family history and sunburn, and the most agreed-upon preventative behaviors are sunscreen application and sun avoidance.
objectivesThis study assessed the knowledge of the causes of skin cancer and awareness of preventative measures in Saudi Arabia.
methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among 529 participants in a WhatsApp group over 3 months. Consenting participants completed a validated, 18-item questionnaire.
resultsOf 529 total participants, nearly 55% of participants reported an awareness of skin cancer, 35% understood its metastasis and 55.1% knew about its spread. However, 44% of participants were unaware of the different types of the disease. Social media was reported to be the most common source of information. The majority of participants were able to identify symptoms of skin cancer and had knowledge of risk factors. Most participants understood proper preventative measures, and reported that they use sunscreen regularly.
conclusionsThe general knowledge of skin cancer in Saudi Arabia is not high but is increasing. However, sun-protective behaviors are lacking, despite the population's knowledge of the benefits. Awareness campaigns and incentive programs may encourage better preventative behavior. Future studies should explore participants' awareness of more specific aspects of skin cancer using a more diverse and extensive population sample.
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