ASSESSMENT OF AWARENESS AND KNOWLEDGE OF RADIATION PROTECTION AMONG NON-MEDICAL STUDENTS IN THE UNIVERSITY OF BENIN
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Modern technologies that emit radiation are being produced and used in medical, industrial and environmental sectors; this emphasizes the importance of public awareness and knowledge of radiation protection. Awareness is important, to minimize its risks to health and foster a culture of safety. Knowledge and Understanding is likewise important, to prevent unnecessary anxiety and
unsafe practices. Non-medical students in the University are future professionals and leaders, Therefore they represent a key demographic whose willingness to listen and learn can significantly influence public health outcomes. The objective of this research was to assess the level of awareness and knowledge of radiation protection among non-medical students in the
University of Benin, Benin city, Nigeria. Data for this research were collected through an online questionnaire from a total of 395
respondents. The data of the research work was analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi- Square tests. The results show that 88.9% of students are aware of devices that emit radiation but only 8.1% have sufficient knowledge of the main principles of radiation protection. It was found out that the knowledge and awareness of students are significantly affected by their faculty and level of study. Both Awareness and knowledge are not solely dependent on general education but influenced by one’s academic discipline and demographic factors.
unsafe practices. Non-medical students in the University are future professionals and leaders, Therefore they represent a key demographic whose willingness to listen and learn can significantly influence public health outcomes. The objective of this research was to assess the level of awareness and knowledge of radiation protection among non-medical students in the
University of Benin, Benin city, Nigeria. Data for this research were collected through an online questionnaire from a total of 395
respondents. The data of the research work was analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi- Square tests. The results show that 88.9% of students are aware of devices that emit radiation but only 8.1% have sufficient knowledge of the main principles of radiation protection. It was found out that the knowledge and awareness of students are significantly affected by their faculty and level of study. Both Awareness and knowledge are not solely dependent on general education but influenced by one’s academic discipline and demographic factors.
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