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Knowledge, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors regarding sickle cell disease: Implications for prevention
Marcella Smith1, Gracie Brownell1
1a School of Social Work, Texas A&M University-Commerce, Commerce, Texas , USA.
Abstract:
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a widespread inherited blood disorder, which leaves lasting effects on the health, social functioning, and finances of individuals, families, communities, and health care systems. A nonexperimental, cross-sectional research design was used to assess 415 college students' knowledge about SCD. Data was obtained through an online survey derived from a modified version of the SCD Knowledge Assessment Tool. The majority of participants (79%) reported previous SCD knowledge; however, 21% of the participants reported no previous SCD knowledge. Results support the need for improved education and awareness for at risk groups. The lack of SCD knowledge among African Americans shows a need for improved, nongendered specific education, awareness, and screening efforts geared toward at-risk populations.
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