Muna Barakat1, Husam A AlSalamat2,3, Feras Jirjees4, Hala Al-Obaidi5, Zainab K Hussain6, Seif El Hadidi7, Sara Mansour8, Diana Malaeb8, Hassan Hosseini9. 1. Department of Clinical Pharmacy and therapeutics, Faculty of Pharmacy, Applied Science Private University, Amman, 11931, Jordan. 2. Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Al-Balqa Applied University, Al-Salt, 19117, Jordan. 3. Department of Biopharmaceutics and Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, University of Jordan, Amman, 11942, Jordan. 4. College of Pharmacy, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, 27272, United Arab Emirates. 5. College of pharmacy, Ajman University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates. 6. Department of Biology, College of Science, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq. 7. Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Industries, Future University in Egypt, Cairo, Egypt. 8. School of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon. 9. Life Sciences and Health Department, Paris-Est University, Paris, France.
Abstract
Background and objective: Stroke is the second leading cause of death in Jordan and over the world. Knowledge and awareness towards stroke play a crucial role in the management and prevention of its complications. This study aims to assess the knowledge and awareness about stroke among the Jordanian population and determine factors associated with stroke awareness. Methods: This cross-sectional study through a web-based anonymous questionnaire that needed 10 minutes to be completed. It examined sociodemographic characteristics and recognition of the risk factors, warning signs, stroke consequences, and early response to stroke symptoms. Logistic regression analysis identified the factors associated with poor knowledge of stroke. Results: A total of 573 Jordanian adults participated in this study. The participant's ability to identify at least one early symptom of stroke and the proper response to the symptoms were significantly correlated with the educational level (OR of 3.4 and 2.5, respectively). At least one consequence of stroke was significantly associated with different demographic factors such as gender, socioeconomic income, females versus males and those with medium income versus low income had significantly higher odds (OR of 6.6 and 4.1, respectively). Conclusion: This study revealed a good knowledge and awareness level about stroke among Jordanians correlated mainly with their educational level. Therefore, new strategies should be considered to decrease the prevalence of stroke in Jordan, including the need for engagement in enhanced awareness campaigns. Copyright:
Background and objective: Stroke is the second leading cause of death in Jordan and over the world. Knowledge and awareness towards stroke play a crucial role in the management and prevention of its complications. This study aims to assess the knowledge and awareness about stroke among the Jordanian population and determine factors associated with stroke awareness. Methods: This cross-sectional study through a web-based anonymous questionnaire that needed 10 minutes to be completed. It examined sociodemographic characteristics and recognition of the risk factors, warning signs, stroke consequences, and early response to stroke symptoms. Logistic regression analysis identified the factors associated with poor knowledge of stroke. Results: A total of 573 Jordanian adults participated in this study. The participant's ability to identify at least one early symptom of stroke and the proper response to the symptoms were significantly correlated with the educational level (OR of 3.4 and 2.5, respectively). At least one consequence of stroke was significantly associated with different demographic factors such as gender, socioeconomic income, females versus males and those with medium income versus low income had significantly higher odds (OR of 6.6 and 4.1, respectively). Conclusion: This study revealed a good knowledge and awareness level about stroke among Jordanians correlated mainly with their educational level. Therefore, new strategies should be considered to decrease the prevalence of stroke in Jordan, including the need for engagement in enhanced awareness campaigns. Copyright:
Authors: Nanette Stroebele; Falk Müller-Riemenschneider; Christian H Nolte; Jacqueline Müller-Nordhorn; Angelina Bockelbrink; Stefan N Willich Journal: Int J Stroke Date: 2011-02 Impact factor: 5.266