TY  - JOUR
T1  - Public Awareness of Sun Exposure Harmful Effects and Photoprotection Practice
A1  - Azizah Fahad Bin Mubayrik
A1  - Kawkab Al-Turck
A1  - Reem Emad Aldaijy
A1  - Reema Mahdi Alshehri
A1  - Alia Ahmed Bedaiwi
A1  - Abeer Othman Alofisan
A1  - Sarah Abdullah AlMani
A1  - Yasmean Abdullah Alsuiati
JF  - Annals of Dental Specialty
JO  - Ann Dent Spec
SN  - 2347-2022
Y1  - 2021
VL  - 9
IS  - 4
DO  - 10.51847/ZfLxhjn1FJ
SP  - 37
EP  - 42
N2  - The damaging effects of sun exposure on the skin have been known for a long time. Identifying a lack of understanding, as well as the damaging effects of ultraviolet light, can help move the focus away from irreparable damage and toward prevention. This study aimed to evaluate public awareness and practice regarding ultraviolet radiation's (UVR) harmful effects. An online structured questionnaire was constructed included demographic data, protection practice, and awareness. A total of 708 questionnaires was returned. The Results indicated that areas of lack of awareness are present but in general, it was reasonable, it was evident that the demographic data has it is own impact on the level of awareness. The use of sunscreen was not satisfactory since almost one-third (28.5%) of the sample did not use it. It is Concluded that though the awareness level was acceptable, yet a gap of knowledge regarding lip photoprotection and the risk of cancer. Also, further education and motivation are crucial to encourage photoprotection.
UR  - https://annalsofdentalspecialty.net.in/article/public-awareness-of-sun-exposure-harmful-effects-and-photoprotection-practice-jkk6n0qrivbfnnu
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