The level of knowledge among residents of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship regarding bladder cancer prevention
The level of knowledge among residents of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship regarding bladder cancer prevention

Summary/Abstract: Aim. The main objective of the research was to investigate and analyse the current level of knowledge in the community of the Lower Silesian Voivodeship regarding bladder cancer prevention.Methods. The research was conducted among 100 patients (50 women and 50 men) surveyed during April-May 2024. A diagnostic survey method was used, employing a proprietary questionnaire with 40 questions that were further analysed statistically.Results. The largest age group was 18-30 years (44%). Most respondents (51%) lived in cities with populations over 500,000. Higher education was reported by 58% of par- ticipants, 33% had secondary education, 7% vocational, and 2% primary education. The results indicate a statistically significant relationship between place of residence and perception of bladder cancer. There are also differences in opinions about the avail- ability of information on bladder cancer prevention as well as between gender and knowledge of bladder cancer symptoms.Conclusions. Residents of towns with populations between 2,000 and 50,000 are most aware of the risks associated with bladder cancer. There is a lack of information on blad- der cancer prevention in the region, necessitating intensified educational efforts. Women have greater knowledge of bladder cancer symptoms than men, and higher education correlates with better awareness of risk factors. Tobacco product smokers have limited knowledge about prevention, suggesting the need for targeted education for this group.

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