Awareness about oral cancer among nonhealth professional students – A cross-sectional study in Bengaluru city

Bhat, Padma K; S, Sushma; Jayachandra, M Y; Aruna, CN; Murthy, M. Krishna

doi:10.4103/jomfp.jomfp_304_20

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“…For the knowledge about the most prevalent cancer types in males and females of India, the scores were in line with the reported recent cancer incidences in males in India 23,24 . As per the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) cancer statistics, the top 5 cancers in Indian males include oral, lung, stomach, colorectal, and oesophageal cancer.…”

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Knowledge, awareness and attitude towards cancer: An intervention-based study among the students of the University of Delhi, India

Kala,

Saleem Mir,

Pandey

et al. 2023

J Public Hlth Dev

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There are limited studies evaluating the knowledge of the student communities in India about cancer. The present study assesses the knowledge, awareness and attitude of the students of the University of Delhi, India towards cancer. Two sets of structured questionnaires (set 1& 2) were used for the survey. Set 1 was used for the survey of 1000 students, comprising 500 male and 500 female students. The data was collected using a self-designed Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) on a Likert scale (1-5) and was subsequently converted to scores. The significance of the scores was evaluated by one-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). A Set 2 questionnaire was used for the follow-up survey. The results of the survey based on the Set 1 questionnaire indicated that the students had some knowledge about “cancer risk factors, types of cancer, and sources of cancer awareness”. However, students lacked knowledge about “cancer symptoms and age susceptibility to cancer”. Consequent to this survey, awareness programs were conducted among these students spread over 5 months. The awareness gained was assessed by the follow-up surveys using the Set 2 questionnaire (split into pre- and post-follow-up studies). The awareness campaigns significantly increased the knowledge and changed the attitude of the students towards cancer. This study thus highlights the need and effectiveness of awareness campaigns with special reference to student communities in countries such as India.

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Knowledge, awareness and attitude towards cancer: An intervention-based study among the students of the University of Delhi, India

Kala,

Saleem Mir,

Pandey

et al. 2023

J Public Hlth Dev

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Community awareness regarding smokeless tobacco (Shamma) as a cause of oral cancer in Jazan region, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study

Dallak,

Alharbi,

Alhazmi

et al. 2024

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care

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Introduction: Oral cancer has emerged as a significant public health issue, with 90% of instances because of avoidable causes. Smokeless tobacco usage is thought to be a substantial source of cytological alterations in the oral mucosa, and snuff (Shamma) is often used in Saudi Arabia. In this study, we investigated community awareness of Shamma as a cause of oral cancer in the Jazan region’s general population. Methods: A cross-sectional A self-administered questionnaire was used in analytical research of people in the Jazan region to determine their awareness of Shamma consumption and its association with oral cancer. The collected data were analysed with SPSS software. Results: About 1380 participants were included in the study. 730 (52.9%) were females and most of the participants (63%) were between eighteen and thirty years old. About three-quarters 1022 (74.1%) of the participants had previously heard about oral cancer, 457 (44.7%) stated that it is possible to avoid oral cancer and 593 (58%) mentioned that oral cancer is treatable. About 45.1% of the participants believe that older ages are risk factor of oral cancer. Concerning awareness of the warning oral cancer’s symptoms and signs; more than half (76.9%) mentioned oral ulcers. Regarding knowledge about risk factors for oral cancer; the most often mentioned ones were smokeless tobacco (87%), smoking (86%), followed by khat chewing (62.1%), and alcohol (58.9%). About 66.2% of the participants have tried to stop Shamma in the past 12 months. We found that gender and age are a risk factor for oral cancer, where they are correlated significantly with knowledge and awareness of smokeless tobacco (P value < 0.001 and 0.049, respectively. Conclusion: Good overall awareness and knowledge about Shamma and smokeless tobacco. More than half of the individuals recognized Shamma as an oral cancer risk factor with accuracy. Oral ulcers were revealed to be the most well-known sign of oral cancer among survey participants. It was shown that there was a significant correlation between gender awareness and knowledge levels. In addition interventional research is necessary.

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The association between sociodemographic characteristics and knowledge about oral cancer among Jazan Population, Saudi Arabia

Hulaibi

Alhazemi

Alshamakhi

et al. 2022

Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care

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Background: Oral cancer (OC) is a cancer of the mucosal lip, oral cavity, and tongue and is linked to drinking, smoking, or both. After lymphoma and leukemia, oral cancer is the third most common malignancy in Saudi Arabia. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive, analytical study was conducted in the Jazan province. We used an online qustionnare and the sample was selected in a random, multistage manner, with a total of 400 members from both genders. A representative subregion was randomly selected from each sector, including Baish, Samtah, Faifa, Sabya, Abu Arish, and Jizan. Results: Almost all of the participants in the study appeared to be aware of oral cancer. Oral cancer is not a contagious disease, according to 65% of respondents. Sniffing is a risk factor for oral cancer, according to 85% of respondents; yet, 61.7% believed that it can be healed. Majority of the study participants believed that sun exposure and alcohol consumption are both risk factors for mouth cancer. Chemotherapy, radiation surgery, and mouth augmentation surgery are all options for treating oral cancer. Seventy percent felt that oral self-examination can help detect oral cancer, and that early discovery can speed up treatment. Conclusion: We conclude that the research participants lacked sufficient understanding of early clinical signs and treatment options for oral cancer. A community-wide educational initiative might help to increase awareness and knowledge about oral cancer. Furthermore, additional research should be undertaken to determine the efficacy of the intervention.

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Awareness about oral cancer among nonhealth professional students – A cross-sectional study in Bengaluru city

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Knowledge, awareness and attitude towards cancer: An intervention-based study among the students of the University of Delhi, India

Knowledge, awareness and attitude towards cancer: An intervention-based study among the students of the University of Delhi, India

Community awareness regarding smokeless tobacco (Shamma) as a cause of oral cancer in Jazan region, Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study

The association between sociodemographic characteristics and knowledge about oral cancer among Jazan Population, Saudi Arabia

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