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Knowledge, perceptions, and utilization of the casablanca cancer registry among health stakeholders in Morocco: An
Fatima Zahra Chellat1, Youssef Chami Khazraji2, Sofia Azrib3
1Cancer Research Institute (CRI), Fez, Morocco.
Background:
Population-based cancer registries are essential tools for cancer surveillance and evidence-informed cancer control. However, limited evidence exists regarding how registry-generated information is recognized and used by health stakeholders in Morocco. This study assessed awareness, perceptions, and utilization of the Casablanca Cancer Registry (CCR) and explored factors associated with awareness and use of registry outputs.
Methods:
A cross-sectional online survey was conducted among health stakeholders involved in cancer control in Morocco using convenience sampling. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire assessing awareness, utilization, and perceptions of the CCR. Descriptive statistics summarized participant responses, and exploratory bivariate analyses using Pearson's chi-square tests examined associations between outcomes and selected sociodemographic and professional variables. Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05.
Results:
A total of 319 complete responses were analyzed. Overall, 56.4% of participants reported prior awareness of the CCR. Among those aware of the registry (n = 180), 70.6% had used CCR data at least once. Registry outputs were mainly used for research, academic activities, publications, and epidemiological purposes, whereas use in health planning and policy remained limited. Participants generally perceived the registry as a valuable resource for strengthening cancer surveillance and cancer control. Awareness was significantly associated with age group, employment sector, institutional affiliation, and region of residence, while utilization was associated only with institutional affiliation.
Conclusion:
Although the CCR is perceived as a valuable epidemiological resource, gaps remain in awareness and effective utilization. Improving dissemination, accessibility, and integration of registry outputs may strengthen evidence-informed cancer control in Morocco.
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