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Sun Exposure Awareness and Sunscreen Use Among College Students in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Analysis.

Mahdi Al Dhafiri, Nasser A Almulhim, Mudhawi Alsuliman, Saif Y Ashram, Faisal Asiri, Sara Alshanbari, Salma Alshreef, Rahaf Gommosani, Maha Fadel, Hanin A Alfajih

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Mahdi Al DhafiriDepartment of Dermatology, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, SAU.
Nasser A AlmulhimDepartment of Medicine and Surgery, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, SAU.
Mudhawi AlsulimanDepartment of Medicine, King Faisal University, Al-Ahsa, SAU.
Saif Y AshramDepartment of Dermatology, King Fahad General Hospital, Jeddah, SAU.
Faisal AsiriDepartment of Medicine, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University (PSAU), Al-Kharj, SAU.
Sara AlshanbariDepartment of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Salma AlshreefDepartment of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, SAU.
Rahaf GommosaniDepartment of Dermatology, Ibn Sina National College For Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU.
Maha FadelDepartment of Dermatology, Ibn Sina National College For Medical Studies, Jeddah, SAU.
Hanin A AlfajihDepartment of Dermatology, College of Medicine, Qassim University, Qassim, SAU.

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Abstract

backgroundExcessive sun exposure is a significant risk factor for various skin conditions, including sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer. This study aimed to assess the awareness, attitudes, and practices regarding sun exposure and sunscreen use among college students in Saudi Arabia. METHODOLOGY: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 388 college students from various disciplines. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering demographic information, awareness, and practices related to sun exposure and sunscreen use. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests were employed to analyze the data.

resultsThis study comprised 209 (53.9%) females and 179 (46.1%) males, with the majority aged between 18 and 23 years. Formal education on sun exposure dangers was lacking in 43.0% (167) of participants. The most recognized consequences of excessive sun exposure were sunburn (313, 80.6%) and skin cancer (289, 74.4%). Factors influencing sunscreen use included weather conditions and healthcare provider recommendations. Males were significantly less likely to use sunscreen compared to females. First-year students and participants without formal education on sun exposure were less likely to use sunscreen regularly.

conclusionDespite awareness of the risks associated with excessive sun exposure, sunscreen use among college students in Saudi Arabia is inconsistent and influenced by various factors, including gender and education level.

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awarenessknowledgepracticeskin burnssun exposuresunscreen

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PMCPMC11663009

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