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Knowledge of female and male university students in Lebanon about female breast cancer: A quantitative study

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: College students play a vital role in fostering awareness and support for female breast cancer initiatives. This study assessed the knowledge of breast cancer among female and male university students at the University of Balamand through an anonymous online survey between July and October 2023. 1644 students were recruited. Our results showed that females had higher knowledge scores (Mean= 8.96/15, 60%) than males (Mean=7.89/15, 53%), and students from health-related faculties scored better than other faculties. Additionally, students with prior background information about breast cancer as well as senior students had higher knowledge scores than those with a positive family history of female breast cancer. This study recommends targeted campaigns to enhance students’ awareness of breast cancer.

Source: International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies

DOI: 10.53894/ijirss.v8i6.10355

Authors: Ghassan Nabbout, Nivine Abbas, Yara El Koussa, Ziad Koussa, Fadi W. Abdul-Karim

Institution: University of Balamand

Language: English

Topic: Women's cancer prevention and management

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Gender equality, Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414822184

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