Knowledge, attitudes, and practices on occupational hazards among veterinary students in Bangladesh: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Occupational hazards in the veterinary field are a significant concern due to the nature of the profession. Veterinary students are particularly vulnerable, as they often engage in clinical and laboratory activities before completing their degrees and may lack adequate experience. This was the first attempt to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding occupational hazards among veterinary students.

Design and methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted among 330 veterinary students from two conveniently selected institutions in Bangladesh. Third- to fifth-year students were approached to participate in a self-administered survey. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including the chi-square test, Spearman's correlation,

SUBMITTER: Das P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12575962 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature