Healthcare-seeking behaviors and barriers among medical students in Egypt: a national cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Medical students are particularly vulnerable to acquiring various health conditions due to the nature of their education but often hesitate to consult doctors and resort to self-managing their illnesses. This study aims to examine the healthcare-seeking behaviors and barriers among medical students in Egypt.

Methods

This cross-sectional study involved a convenience sample of 1,535 medical students from 12 public universities across Egypt. Data on healthcare-seeking behaviors, barriers, and associated factors were collected using an online survey distributed through official university channels and social media platforms. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with consulting a doctor when experiencing health problems.

Results

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SUBMITTER: El-Khawaga GO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11849205 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature