Public Awareness of Risk Factors and Screening for Colorectal Cancer Among Saudi Arabia Population, 2016.

Alzahrani, IbrahimAhmed; Alabduljabbar, M.; Aljehani, MariamJaber; Alahmari, AsmaMushabab; Aljafar, MohammadMustafa; Almohammadi, AhmadHamdan; Omar, AmalM.Ayoub

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“…Overall, the mean age distribution is determined by the age requirements and the number of individuals enrolled (Alshammari et al, 2020). A research done in Saudi Arabia among participants from all areas and published in 2016 said that the age group chosen in their study was 18 years and above, with the majority of participants being younger (Alzahrani et al, 2016). In our study, the gender distribution was 67.7% men and 32.3% females.…”

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Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Awareness among Primary Healthcare Providers

Alqatifi,

Rowaithy,

Alazmi

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Background: According to the Ministry of Health data, cancer prevalence is growing internationally and in Saudi Arabia, particularly colorectal cancer (CRC). We also noticed several individuals with a spectrum of different clinical presentations of gastro intestinal symptoms among adults in our routine primary health care (PHC) practice. Methodology: A 379 person cross-sectional research was undertaken among PHC participants from June 2021 to December 2022. SPSS was used to enter and evaluate data. Statistical tests such as basic proportions, chi square test for categorical data, risk variables relationship with CRC, and logistic regression analysis were used. The current study found that nearly half of the individuals (50.9%) had strong CRC knowledge of common symptoms. Dietary variables, fast meals, and greasy foods were cited by nearly two-thirds of the study group (69.5%) as potential causes of CRC. Furthermore, two-thirds (68.6%) were aware of the CRC screening test. Regression analysis was used, and a significant correlation was found between risk variables of fast-food intake, daily red meat consumption, and physical inactivity with CRC knowledge (P - 0.026, 0.012, and 0.004, respectively). Conclusions: According to the findings, primary health care attendants have a low level of CRC awareness. Almost one-third (35.6%) of persons will have a FOBE test for CRC. There is a need to raise knowledge of risk factors and CRC screening, as well as to strengthen current awareness programs. More research is needed to back up the current study findings in our population

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Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Awareness among Primary Healthcare Providers

Alqatifi,

Rowaithy,

Alazmi

et al. 2023

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“…On the whole mean age distribution depends upon the age criteria and participants enrolment(Alshammari et al, 2020). A study conducted in Saudi Arabia among participants in all the regions published in the year 2016 stated that age group selected in their study was 18 years and above and majority of participants were in younger age group(Alzahrani et al, 2016).In our study, distribution of gender males: Females as 67.7% and 32.3% respectively. Almost close prevalence of males and females in an Aseer region study revealed as 64.7% and 35.3% (Al-Sharif et al, 2018) and other international study conducted in Malaysia among the Klang valley urban population mentioned as a contrast finding of males and females in their study as males 38.5% and females were 61.5%(Sindhu et al, 2019).In our study nearly 72% were heard about Colorectal Cancer in the study group.…”

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Awareness about Colorectal Cancer (CRC) among the primary health care attendees in Qassim province

Hassan¹,

Kalevaru²

2023

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Background: As per the ministry of health statistics, among the non communicable diseases, cancers prevalence is increasing globally as well as in Saudi Arabia specially Colorectal Cancer (CRC). In our regular primary health care (PHC) practice, we also observed some patients with spectrum of various clinical presentation of gastro intestinal symptoms among adults. Methodology: A cross sectional study was conducted among the PHC attendees during the period from June 2021 to December 2022 among 379 sample. Data entered and analysed by using SPSS. Statistical tests like simple proportions, for categorical analysis chi square test, risk factors association with CRC, logistic regression analysis was applied. Results: In the current study, nearly fifty percent (50.9%) of the participants were having good CRC knowledge about common symptoms. Close to two thirds of the study population (69.5%) presented their perceptions as dietary factors, fast foods and oily foods for the causes of CRC. Also, 2/3rds (68.6%) were having knowledge about screening test for CRC. Regression analysis applied and shown significant association observed between risk factors of fast-food consumption, daily red meat consumption and physical inactivity with CRC knowledge respectively (P -0.026, 0.012 and 0.004). Conclusions: Based on the results, relatively less CRC knowledge among the primary health care attendees. Nearly one third (35.6%) of people to undergo FOBE test for CRC. There is a need to increase awareness about risk factors and screening of CRC and reinforcement of existing awareness program. Need further studies to substantiate the present study findings in our population.

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“…There were 67% of the Saudi population reported hearing of early detection of colorectal cancer in Saudi study [34].…”

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“…Another Saudi study showed that only 29% reported blood with the stool as colorectal cancer symptom, 32% reported inflammation and ulceration of the colon as the most risk factor [34].…”

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Awareness and willingness to participate in medical screening programs, Taif city

2022

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Background: There is great impact of implementing evidence based screening programs on improving public health outcomes. When applied properly it will lead to prevent disease, reduce disability and cut mortality. 1st step in conducting such programs is awareness about current situation regarding knowledge and willingness of the targeted population for such programs. Objectives: To estimate level of knowledge about breast cancer, colorectal cancer and osteoporosis and assess willingness to participate in screening programs among resident of king Fahad airbase in Taif city. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study that was conducted among King Fahad Air base residents using an online survey to investigate the awareness of the residents of air base about the detection of some diseases. The study included all age groups and both genders, the study continued for 2 weeks. The survey investigated demographics of participants, their awareness about breast cancer, colon and rectum cancers, and osteoporosis regarding the prevalence, family history, and other questions associated with level of knowledge of such diseases. Results: The present study included 121 participants; most dominant age group represented 41.32% with an age range of 35-44 years old. Females were more dominant than males with 65.29%. Regarding family history, there were 6.61%, 5.83%, and 42.15% reported having a family history of breast cancer, colon and rectum cancers, and osteoporosis. Regarding the prevalence of breast cancer, there were 59.17% moderate in prevalence. Regarding colon and rectum cancers, there were 58.68% moderate in prevalence. There were 70.83% reported that osteoporosis is prevalent. Regarding the appropriate age for early detection of the diseases, there were 38.02% reported 30 years and more for the detection of breast cancer, 52.07%, 42.15% when symptoms appear regarding colorectal cancers and osteoporosis respectively. Regarding the symptoms related to colon and rectum cancers, there were 44.63% reported abdominal pain, 49.59% reported changes in faces, 67.77% reported the presence of blood in the stool, 23.14% reported vomiting and nausea, and 5.79% reported no symptoms. Regarding the risk factors of colon and rectum cancers, there were 66.12%, 70.59%, 76.03%, 66.94%, 71.07%, and 33.06% reported eating few vegetables and fruits, smoking, low fiber diet, high-fat diet, the low practice of exercise, and age older than 50 years old, respectively. Regarding breast cancers, the symptoms reported for breast cancer were as follows; 79.34% presence of a painless mass in the breast, 72.50% changes in skin color of the breast, 69.42% secretions and blood of the nipple, and 66.12% presence of ulcers around the nipple and the breast. The risk factors of breast cancers reported by participants included; 57.02% presence of a family history of breast cancer, 32.23% obesity, 5.83% early puberty, 15.70% cessation of menstruation in late age, 22.5% reproduction in late age or no reproduction, 34.17% not performing the exercise, 42.02% old age, and 52.07% no breastfeeding. Regarding osteoporosis, there were 78.99% of participants reported no symptoms for osteoporosis, 77.50% reported that exercise helps against osteoporosis, 74.17% reported that females more prone to osteoporosis than males, and 45.83% reported that smoking is a risk factor for osteoporosis, The knowledge of participants regarding the early detection of the three stated There were 39.17%, 15.83%, and 23.14% reported having awareness regarding early detection of breast cancer, colon and rectum cancer, and osteoporosis. A positive attitude of participants regarding future connection for early detection of breast cancer was reported by 76.4%, 62.92% colon and rectum cancer, and 76.40% for osteoporosis, Conclusion: There was low awareness among the population regarding the early detection of breast cancer, colon and rectum cancers, and osteoporosis. Moreover, there were gaps in the knowledge of participants regarding the symptoms and risk factors of the diseases. The moderate percent has a positive attitude toward early detection.

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Public Awareness of Risk Factors and Screening for Colorectal Cancer Among Saudi Arabia Population, 2016.

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Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Awareness among Primary Healthcare Providers

Colorectal Cancer (CRC) Awareness among Primary Healthcare Providers

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