JCO Glob Oncol September 2023 PMID 38085044

Myths and Misconceptions Around Lung Cancer Causation in Palestine: Is It Time to Intervene?

Mohamedraed Elshami, Ahmad Mansour, Mohammed Alser, Ibrahim Al-Slaibi, Hanan Abukmail, Hanan Shurrab, Shahd Qassem, Faten Darwish Usrof, Malik Alruzayqat, Wafa Aqel, Roba Nairoukh, Rahaf Kittaneh, Nawras Sawafta, Yousef Mahmoud Nimer Habes, Obaida Ghanim

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The study surveyed Palestinians to understand their beliefs about what causes lung cancer and found that most people have poor awareness, with only 6% recognizing the myths correctly, especially regarding food-related causes.
Participants with chronic illnesses or who knew someone with cancer were less likely to understand these myths, while smokers and hospital visitors showed better awareness.
Overall, there is a need for targeted education campaigns toImprove understanding of true lung cancer causes and dispel myths in Palestine.]

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