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Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

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Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

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Objective: Ultraviolet radiation is a major risk factor for various dermatological issues, including skin cancer and photoaging. Sunscreen use is a primary protective measure, but adherence and knowledge levels are inconsistent, even among medical students. This study aimed to assess the sun protection habits and knowledge levels of medical students in Turkiye. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted between March and May 2025 among 244 medical students from various universities in Türkiye. An online questionnaire consisting of 22 items was used to collect data on demographics, sunscreen use behaviors, and knowledge levels. Results: Of the respondents, 85.2% reported regular sunscreen use, with significantly higher rates among females (96.4%) compared to males (62%) (p<0.001). The most preferred SPF level was 50+ (53.2%), and cream formulations were favored by 86.5%. Application typically occurred 15–30 minutes before sun exposure (61.2%), though reapplication practices were poor, with only 11.7% consistently reapplying. While 85.7% believed in sunscreen's protective benefits, 32.4% rated their knowledge as inadequate. The most frequently protected area was the face (77.6%) Conclusion: Medical students in Turkiye display high levels of sunscreen use compared to the general population, though gaps remain in proper application and reapplication practices. Targeted educational interventions in medical curricula could enhance both personal sun safety behaviors and the delivery of public health messages.

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Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Dermatoloji

Bölüm

Araştırma Makalesi

Erken Görünüm Tarihi

28 Ağustos 2025

Yayımlanma Tarihi

30 Ağustos 2025

Gönderilme Tarihi

31 Mayıs 2025

Kabul Tarihi

25 Temmuz 2025

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 2025 Cilt: 9 Sayı: 2

Kaynak Göster

APA
Hızlı, P., Polat, R. F., Eroğlu, G., Akmeşe, E. C., Çoban, F., Güneş, A., Aktürk, M., Yacan, B., & Savran, G. (2025). Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. Balıkesir Medical Journal, 9(2), 82-86. https://doi.org/10.33716/bmedj.1709188
AMA
1.Hızlı P, Polat RF, Eroğlu G, vd. Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. BMedJ. 2025;9(2):82-86. doi:10.33716/bmedj.1709188
Chicago
Hızlı, Pelin, Rukiye Feride Polat, Gözde Eroğlu, vd. 2025. “Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis”. Balıkesir Medical Journal 9 (2): 82-86. https://doi.org/10.33716/bmedj.1709188.
EndNote
Hızlı P, Polat RF, Eroğlu G, Akmeşe EC, Çoban F, Güneş A, Aktürk M, Yacan B, Savran G (01 Ağustos 2025) Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. Balıkesir Medical Journal 9 2 82–86.
IEEE
[1]P. Hızlı vd., “Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis”, BMedJ, c. 9, sy 2, ss. 82–86, Ağu. 2025, doi: 10.33716/bmedj.1709188.
ISNAD
Hızlı, Pelin - Polat, Rukiye Feride - Eroğlu, Gözde - Akmeşe, Elif Ceyda - Çoban, Furkan - Güneş, Ali - Aktürk, Metehan - Yacan, Bircan - Savran, Gizem. “Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis”. Balıkesir Medical Journal 9/2 (01 Ağustos 2025): 82-86. https://doi.org/10.33716/bmedj.1709188.
JAMA
1.Hızlı P, Polat RF, Eroğlu G, Akmeşe EC, Çoban F, Güneş A, Aktürk M, Yacan B, Savran G. Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. BMedJ. 2025;9:82–86.
MLA
Hızlı, Pelin, vd. “Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis”. Balıkesir Medical Journal, c. 9, sy 2, Ağustos 2025, ss. 82-86, doi:10.33716/bmedj.1709188.
Vancouver
1.Pelin Hızlı, Rukiye Feride Polat, Gözde Eroğlu, Elif Ceyda Akmeşe, Furkan Çoban, Ali Güneş, Metehan Aktürk, Bircan Yacan, Gizem Savran. Sun Protection Practices and Knowledge Levels Among Medical Students in Turkiye: A Cross-Sectional Analysis. BMedJ. 01 Ağustos 2025;9(2):82-6. doi:10.33716/bmedj.1709188