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September 10, 2025Frontiers in Public HealthOpen Access

Exploring barriers to colorectal cancer screening in Saudi Arabia: findings from a cross-sectional study

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SBSaleh Busbait

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Overview

Cross-sectional study identifies barriers to colorectal cancer screening in Saudi Arabia, highlighting demographic variations and implications for awareness campaigns.

Key Points

  • The study shows that common barriers to colorectal cancer screening include personal fears and lack of knowledge, affecting uptake.
  • Statistical analysis revealed that 61.9% of participants reported 'absence of symptoms' as a barrier, while 39.1% cited 'lack of awareness'.
  • Younger individuals demonstrated significantly higher barriers related to knowledge gaps and financial limitations, affecting screening rates.
  • Addressing psychological concerns and enhancing public awareness campaigns may significantly improve colorectal cancer screening in Saudi Arabia.

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Saleh Busbait (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c240deb210217d6479c46ahttps://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2025.1601592
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