Knowledge of oral cancer risk factors amongst high ‐risk Australians: findings from the LESIONS programme

ConclusionsWhile most participants were aware of the association between smoking and oral cancer, only half were aware of the significant risk alcohol consumption poses. A significant portion of participants also held a number of inaccurate beliefs in relation to oral cancer risk. These findings can benefit both clinicians and public health policy makers in targeting oral cancer education.

Source: Australian Dental Journal - December 13, 2016 Category: Dentistry Authors: F Dost, L Do, CS Farah Tags: Original Article Source Type: research