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ArticlePloS one2023

Awareness level, knowledge and attitude towards breast cancer among staff and students of Hail University, Saudi Arabia.

Meshari Almeshari, Yasser Alzamil, Amjad Alyahyawi, Ahmad Abanomy, Omar Althmali, Mamdouh S Al-Enezi, ShashiKumar C G, Hamid Osman, Mayeen Uddin Khandaker

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Article in PloS one, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 24 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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9 authors at 5 institutions in 4 countries.

Meshari AlmeshariDepartment of Diagnostic Radiology, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia.
Yasser AlzamilDepartment of Diagnostic Radiology, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia.
Amjad AlyahyawiDepartment of Diagnostic Radiology, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia.
Ahmad AbanomyDepartment of Radiological Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Omar AlthmaliDepartment of Physiotherapy, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia.
Mamdouh S Al-EneziDepartment of Diagnostic Radiology, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia.
ShashiKumar C GDepartment of Physiotherapy, College of Applied Medical Sciences, University of Hail, Hail, Saudi Arabia.
Hamid OsmanDepartment of Radiological Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Taif University, Taif, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0001-5370-7358
Mayeen Uddin KhandakerCentre for Applied Physics and Radiation Technologies, School of Engineering and Technology, Sunway University, Bandar Sunway, Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia.ORCID 0000-0003-3772-294X
University of Ha'il · SADaffodil International University · BDKing Saud University · SATaif University · SAUniversity of Surrey · GB

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionAwareness of screening procedures and illness warning signals is critical for expanding and implementing screening programs in society, which would improve the odds of early identification of breast cancer.

objectivesThis study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, awareness, attitudes, and practices related to breast cancer risk factors, signs, symptoms and methods of screening among female faculty and students at Hail University in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

methodsA cross-sectional study was conducted from January 2021 through February 2021 in the Hail region of Saudi Arabia. A closed-ended questionnaire, which consisted of 37 questions, was distributed online (using a Google Forms link) in both English and Arabic languages. Data was collected from 425 female subjects who participated in the study.

resultsThe study showed an overall knowledge level of 46.36% regarding breast cancer. Participants had average knowledge about risk factors, signs, and symptoms, whereas their awareness and practice of breast self-examination and screening methods were weak.

conclusionThe current study concluded that public awareness of breast cancer remains relatively low, and Saudi Arabia still needs several public awareness initiatives using mass media, such as television, the Internet, and radio, as well as social media. Special awareness programs should also be held in places where a large number of women can easily be reached, such as colleges, universities, and hospitals.

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Breast NeoplasmsCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeHumansSaudi ArabiaStudentsSurveys and QuestionnairesUniversities

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PMID36921002
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