Female healthcare undergraduates' scientific readiness for raising breast cancer awareness in Syrian conservative community.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Breast cancer is the most common and deadliest cancer in Syria, and early detection is crucial in managing it. This study aims to compare the knowledge levels of breast cancer risk factors, signs, and symptoms among female students in healthcare faculties (medicine, dentistry, and pharmacy) at Damascus University to identify existing disparities. The goal is to enhance breast cancer education and awareness across Syria by empowering healthcare students with insights.

Methods

An online self-administered questionnaire was shared on social media for female students of healthcare faculties to respond to. A total of 589 participants were included after applying the inclusion criteria. The questionnaire collected sociodemographic characteristics and evaluated the know

SUBMITTER: Alshafie M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11755823 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature