ArticleFrontiers in oncology2026
Assessment of behaviors, attitudes, and awareness regarding skin cancer among polish medical and non-medical students: comparative analysis.
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Objective: This study aimed to evaluate and compare the behaviors, attitudes, and awareness regarding skin cancer among Polish medical and non-medical students to identify gaps and guide the development of targeted educational interventions. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 404 students (58.7% medical, 41.3% non-medical) across Poland between December 2023 and October 2024. Participants completed an online questionnaire assessing demographics, knowledge, attitudes, and sun-protective behaviors. Statistical analyses included chi-squared tests (with Fisher's exact test where appropriate), Mann-Whitney U tests, and multivariable linear regression to identify predictors of sunscreen use and compare practices across groups. Results: Medical students exhibited higher knowledge scores ( Conclusion: Significant disparities in sun protection behaviors exist between genders, with women showing greater adherence to protective measures. The higher knowledge scores among medical students are fully explained by the greater representation of women in this group, as academic field alone does not significantly impact sunscreen adherence or knowledge when controlling for gender. These findings underscore the need for inclusive and targeted educational campaigns to bridge knowledge-practice gaps and improve skin cancer prevention among at-risk populations. Gender-specific interventions, cost reduction strategies, and public health messaging linking sunscreen use to anti-aging benefits may improve adherence, particularly among high-risk populations.
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