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ArticleCureus2023

Awareness and Perception Toward Nicotine Replacement Therapy Among Medical Students at Umm Al-Qura University.

Safwan Almehmadi, Mariah Almehmadi, Fatima Alhajaji, Fahad Alharbi, Salihah Alqorashi, Muath Alqahtani, Yosra Z Alhindi

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Safwan AlmehmadiMedicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Mariah AlmehmadiMedicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Fatima AlhajajiMedicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Fahad AlharbiMedicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Salihah AlqorashiMedicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Muath AlqahtaniMedicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Yosra Z AlhindiPharmacology and Toxicology, Umm Al-Qura University, Faculty of Medicine, Makkah, SAU.

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Abstract

Background Tobacco smoking is a leading cause of premature mortality worldwide, with most deaths attributed to smoking-related diseases. Quitting smoking can have significant health benefits and increase one's lifespan. Nicotine, the addictive component of tobacco, can lead to cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) can be an effective aid in easing these symptoms. This study aimed to estimate the awareness, acceptance, knowledge, and perception of NRT among medical students at Umm Al-Qura University in Makkah City. Methodology A cross-sectional survey method using Google Forms was utilized to distribute a questionnaire among medical students. The data were analyzed data using RStudio with statistical significance set at p-values <0.05. Results Of the 310 students included in this study, the majority were males (56.5%) and were aged between 21 and 24 years. Overall, 31.9% of the participants were in their fourth year of study. Regression analysis showed that being in the fifth or sixth academic year significantly predicted awareness of NRT. Conclusions Senior-year medical students had more knowledge and awareness about NRT than their junior colleagues. Future recommendations are vital for medical students to increase their knowledge, awareness, and practice regarding NRT.

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cigarretemedical studentsnicotinenicotine replacment therapysmoking cessationumm al-qura university

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