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Knowledge, Attitude and Practices Regarding Tobacco Use as a Risk Factor for Oral Cancer: A Cross-Sectional Study from Raigad District, Maharashtra

Author(s) Prof. Dr. SHALINI - OJHA, Prof. Dr. SHASHANK - OJHA, Dr. Dr. Arnav - SHRISHETTY
Country India
Abstract Abstract
Authors;- Dr. Shalini Ojha (Presenting author) Asso. Professor, Dr. Shashank Ojha Asst Professor, Dr. Arnav Shetty C.M Resident 1yr
Title:
A cross-sectional study to evaluate the knowledge, attitude and practices about smoking and smokeless tobacco (SLT) products being major risk factors for developing oral cancer, in the population of Raigad district.
Background & Objectives:
Tobacco use, both smoking and smokeless, is a well-established risk factor for oral cancer. This study assesses the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) related to tobacco use and its link to oral cancer among the population of Raigad district.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted from March 1 to March 30, 2025, across rural health centers in Raigad district. A structured questionnaire was administered to 198 individuals aged 18 years and above. Informed consent was obtained.
Results:
Among 198 participants, 70.7% were males, and 61% were under 50 years. While 67.2% were aware of the link between tobacco and lung/esophageal cancer, only 44.9% recognized its association with oral cancer. Friends/family (61.1%) and television (59.2%) were the major information sources, with only 33.8% citing health professionals. Tobacco chewing was reported by 46%, smoking by 36.9%, and alcohol use by 26.3% 41.1% attempted quitting; however, stress (49.2%) and withdrawal symptoms (44.6%) were major relapse causes.
Conclusion:
There exists a significant knowledge gap regarding the role of tobacco in oral cancer causation.. Awareness strategies targeting rural and underserved populations are crucial to reducing oral cancer burden.
Keywords Oral cancer, Tobacco use, Smokeless tobacco, Knowledge attitude practice, Cross-sectional study
Field Medical / Pharmacy
Published In Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On 2026-05-27
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79396
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