An Exploratory Analysis of Public Perspectives and Attitudes Towards Radiation in Saudi Arabia
Hanan M. Alzahrani, Fahad Alzahrani, Hala Aljohani, Shouq Albalawi, Shatha Aljurbua, Maisa Elzaki, Walaa Alsharif, Bashair Alhummiany, Awadia Gareeballah, Eman Abdurhman Altay, Tasneem S. A. Elmahdi, Amirah Alsaedi, Manal J. Abdallah, Lamia Ghazi Jamjoom, Bander S. Almutairi

TL;DR
This study explores how familiar and what attitudes Saudi residents have toward radiation, finding moderate knowledge but strong interest in learning more.
Contribution
The study provides new insights into public radiation understanding and attitudes in Saudi Arabia, a region underrepresented in prior research.
Findings
Participants showed moderate familiarity with radiation sources and safety.
Demographic factors like age, sex, and education significantly influenced familiarity and attitudes.
Most participants expressed a strong desire for more radiation-related education.
Abstract
Aim: Radiation exposure is a growing public health concern; however, public understanding of its sources, risks, and protective measures remains limited. This study examined familiarity, misconceptions, and attitudes towards both ionising and nonionising radiation among residents of Saudi Arabia, an area that has received limited attention in the literature. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 888 Saudi residents aged 18 years and above by using a validated online questionnaire. The instrument comprised demographic items, 13 statements assessing radiation familiarity (including knowledge of sources and safety), and 21 items assessing attitudes (including safety practices and willingness to receive further education), all rated on a five-point Likert scale. Descriptive statistics and nonparametric inferential analyses were performed using SPSS v27. Results: Participants…
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TopicsRisk Perception and Management · Radioactive contamination and transfer · Radioactivity and Radon Measurements
