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<p>Cancer remains the leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide, with its associated physical, emotional, and financial burdens contributing to widespread fear among individuals without a cancer diagnosis. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence and identify predictors of fear of cancer (carcinophobia) among the non-cancer population in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online self-administered survey. The Arabic version of the Fear of Cancer Scale (FOCS) was used to assess cancer-related fear. A total of 413 participants from all five regions of Saudi Arabia were surveyed over a two-month period. The prevalence of high cancer fear was 7.75% (95% CI: 5.17–10.33%). Fear levels ranged from 5.2 to 10.4% across demographic groups. Age and income were significantly associated with cancer fear (<i>p</i> &lt; .05). Older individuals were significantly less likely to report fear, while higher income was associated with a 3.6-fold increase in the odds of reporting fear. The study highlights the substantial prevalence of cancer-related fear in the population in Saudi Arabia and identifies critical predictors that may inform targeted public health strategies. Addressing psychological barriers such as carcinophobia is essential for promoting early detection and preventive healthcare behaviors. The findings suggest the need for culturally tailored cancer education and intervention programs to reduce fear and encourage proactive health management in Saudi Arabia.</p>

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Prevalence and predictors of carcinophobia among the non cancer population in Saudi Arabia

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    2025年8月11日

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  • Raghib Abusaris,
  • Dimah Alsaqabi,
  • Alyaa F. A. Ibrahim,
  • Ashraf A’aqoulah,
  • Mona R. Alanazi,
  • Manal Alsheikh,
  • Fai Albawardi,
  • Mohammed A. Awawdeh,
  • Samah Saad Salem

摘要

Cancer remains the leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide, with its associated physical, emotional, and financial burdens contributing to widespread fear among individuals without a cancer diagnosis. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence and identify predictors of fear of cancer (carcinophobia) among the non-cancer population in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online self-administered survey. The Arabic version of the Fear of Cancer Scale (FOCS) was used to assess cancer-related fear. A total of 413 participants from all five regions of Saudi Arabia were surveyed over a two-month period. The prevalence of high cancer fear was 7.75% (95% CI: 5.17–10.33%). Fear levels ranged from 5.2 to 10.4% across demographic groups. Age and income were significantly associated with cancer fear (p < .05). Older individuals were significantly less likely to report fear, while higher income was associated with a 3.6-fold increase in the odds of reporting fear. The study highlights the substantial prevalence of cancer-related fear in the population in Saudi Arabia and identifies critical predictors that may inform targeted public health strategies. Addressing psychological barriers such as carcinophobia is essential for promoting early detection and preventive healthcare behaviors. The findings suggest the need for culturally tailored cancer education and intervention programs to reduce fear and encourage proactive health management in Saudi Arabia.