Awareness, knowledge, and attitude toward nonmelanoma skin cancer and actinic keratosis among the general population of western Saudi Arabia

Basyouni, Reem N; Alshamrani, Hussein M; Al-Faqih, Sirin O; Alnajjar, Sara F; Alghamdi, Fadi

doi:10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_874_19

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“…Second, although the study included participants from multiple geographic locations, the sample size The results show a much greater awareness of skin cancer in the general population of Saudi Arabia than a 2016 study conducted in Riyadh, in which 83% of participants did not know that sun exposure causes skin cancer [23], as well as a 2010 study in the Qassim Province, in which only 56% of participants had knowledge of the association [25]. The level of awareness reported in this study is similar to the results of a 2020 study in Jeddah, in which 73% of participants reported awareness of the association between skin cancer and sun exposure [24]. Sunscreen usage was inadequate in that study, with only 36% of participants using it regularly;…”

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“…A study conducted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, showed that the population had a good general awareness of skin cancer but little awareness of specific details of the disease, with 83% stating they were unaware that sun exposure causes skin cancer [23]. However, a later study in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, showed that 73% of participants were aware of the association between skin cancer and exposure to sunlight, although 58% did not know that moderate tanning also poses a risk [24].…”

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A Cross-Sectional Survey of Knowledge of Skin Cancer in Saudi Arabia

Al-Atif

2021

Dermatol Pract Concept

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Background: Skin 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. Objectives: This study assessed the knowledge of the causes of skin cancer and awareness of preventative measures in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 529 participants in a WhatsApp group over 3 months. Consenting participants completed a validated, 18-item questionnaire. Results: Of 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. Conclusions: The 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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A Cross-Sectional Survey of Knowledge of Skin Cancer in Saudi Arabia

Al-Atif

2021

Dermatol Pract Concept

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“…On the contrary, very few participants rely on social media or health care professionals as the main source of AK information. In contrast to a study conducted in Saudi Arabia, the physician was the main source of information 30 . This evidence suggests that improving the awareness of AK among Jordanians can be achieved via social media, health campaigns, or healthcare providers.…”

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“…In contrast to a study conducted in Saudi Arabia, the physician was the main source of information. 30 This evidence suggests that improving the awareness of AK among Jordanians can be achieved via social media, health campaigns, or healthcare providers.…”

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Correlation of skin cancer and actinic keratosis‐related knowledge and sun protection behaviors and sunscreen use among a sample of Jordanian population

Saleh

Awwad

Jalil

et al. 2022

J of Cosmetic Dermatology

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Background The incidence of skin cancer and actinic keratosis has increased worldwide. Measuring the public awareness, attitude, and knowledge about these diseases and the skin protection behaviors are highly important to undertake preventive measures. Methods To investigate skin cancer and actinic keratosis‐related knowledge, sun protection behaviors, and sunscreen usage among Jordanians, a questionnaire was developed. The questionnaire was provided as a google form to individuals via social media and the data were analyzed using SPSS® 23. Results A total of 1277 individuals, aged 18–65 years filled the questionnaire. The median melanoma and actinic keratosis knowledge score were 7 (4–9) and 4 (0–9), respectively. The melanoma knowledge was higher among females, those with a medical background, a high level of education, and in the central region, whereas the AK knowledge was higher among those with a medical background. Overall, 75.9% of the participants used sunscreen at least often to prevent sunburn, uneven skin tone, or tanning, 72% were using sunscreen with an SPF of 30 at least. However, 45.3% and 49.2% of sunscreen users did not comply with application, and reapplication times, respectively. Moreover, 58.4% of participants applied less than the recommended amount of sunscreen. Conclusion Our study revealed that public awareness of actinic keratosis is low among Jordanians. Although it was found that a high proportion of Jordanians use sunscreens there are deficits in sunscreen practice indicating an urgent need to design effective interventions to increase awareness of actinic keratosis and correct use of sunscreen via health campaigns or healthcare professions.

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Berufskrankheit UV-induzierter Hautkrebs

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Görig

2024

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Zusammenfassung Hintergrund Seit 2015 sind das Plattenepithelkarzinom als eine Art des nichtmelanozytären Hautkrebses (NMSC) sowie die aktinische Keratose, als seine Vorstufe, als Berufskrankheit anerkannt. Insbesondere Personen, die im Freien arbeiten, haben aufgrund der hohen kumulierten Sonnenexposition im Laufe des Berufslebens ein erhöhtes Risiko, NMSC zu entwickeln. Unklar ist jedoch bislang, wie ihr Wissensstand diesbezüglich ist. Methodik Im Rahmen einer bundesweiten Repräsentativbefragung (8. Welle des Nationalen Krebshilfe-Monitorings) wurde untersucht, welche Begriffe in Bezug auf NMSC und welche möglichen Anzeichen von NMSC bekannt sind. Dabei wurde zwischen Außenbeschäftigten und der Allgemeinbevölkerung unterschieden. Zudem wurde das Wissen unter Außenbeschäftigten detailliert nach soziodemografischen und hautspezifischen Merkmalen ausgewertet. Ergebnisse Sowohl unter Außenbeschäftigten als auch in der Allgemeinbevölkerung waren umgangssprachliche Begriffe wie „weißer Hautkrebs“ bekannter als medizinische Fachbegriffe wie „Plattenepithelkarzinom“. Während sich keine Unterschiede zwischen Außenbeschäftigten und der Allgemeinbevölkerung hinsichtlich der Kenntnisse der Begriffe ergaben, schienen Außenbeschäftigte besser vertraut mit den möglichen Anzeichen von NMSC. Insbesondere jüngeres Alter, Migrationshintergrund, heller Hauttyp und mehr als 40 Muttermale am Körper waren mit einem höheren Wissensstand verbunden. Diskussion Trotz ihres höheren Risikos, an NMSC zu erkranken, haben Außenbeschäftigte nur bedingt ein höheres Wissen als die Allgemeinbevölkerung. In beiden Gruppen scheint weitere Aufklärung notwendig, nicht zuletzt, um eine adäquate Selbstuntersuchung der Haut zu unterstützen und um für eine bessere Umsetzung von Sonnenschutzmaßnahmen durch die Außenbeschäftigten selbst, aber auch durch die Arbeitgebenden zu sensibilisieren.

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Awareness, knowledge, and attitude toward nonmelanoma skin cancer and actinic keratosis among the general population of western Saudi Arabia

Cited by 4 publications

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A Cross-Sectional Survey of Knowledge of Skin Cancer in Saudi Arabia

A Cross-Sectional Survey of Knowledge of Skin Cancer in Saudi Arabia

Correlation of skin cancer and actinic keratosis‐related knowledge and sun protection behaviors and sunscreen use among a sample of Jordanian population

Berufskrankheit UV-induzierter Hautkrebs

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