Assessment of Knowledge and Perceptions of Sickle Cell Disease in Eastern Province, KSA

Abstract

Purpose: The research aimed to empirically test the assessment of knowledge and perceptions of Sickle cell disease in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. Methodology: A cross-sectional research design was employed to collect data from 1310 citizens of the eastern province of Saudi Arabia. Descriptive, independent sample T-test, ANOVA, and Post Hoc (Scheffé) tests were conducted using SPSS software. Findings: The results show moderate awareness across the information, knowledge, and perception domains. Findings also show significant differences based on gender, age, education level, and sources of information. Younger participants and those with higher education demonstrated better awareness, while females reported higher concern about Sickle cell disease. Implications: Based on the study findings targeted educational interventions and broader public health campaigns are recommended to enhance community understanding and improve Sickle cell disease prevention efforts. The study with findings highlighted a need for targeted educational programs that should focused on the younger and less educated populations to increase the awareness for Sickle cell disease