Parental knowledge and attitudes toward food allergies: a cross-sectional study on determinants and educational needs.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Food allergy (FA) may often lead to fatal consequences if it is treated promptly. Parents of children with FA should have adequate knowledge to improve health outcomes and reduce the associated burden. This study aimed to examine the knowledge and attitudes regarding FA among parents of children with FA.

Methods

This was a cross-sectional study conducted among parents attending a primary healthcare center using convenience sampling. The minimum sample size of 280 was calculated using an equation based on the local prevalence of FA among children, and was increased to account for missing data. The data were collected using a four-section questionnaire that collected data about the parents and their children and included questions about knowledge and attitudes regar

SUBMITTER: Taha S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11440689 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature