Investigation of Information, Attitudes and Behaviors About Sunglasses and Ultraviolet Light Protection Sunglasses Wearing Behavior
Abstract
Objective: The aim of the study is to determine the sunglasses-wearing habits, the level of knowledge about the purpose of wearing sunglasses and the awareness of the effects of sunlight on ocular tissues among patients attending the outpatient clinic.
Methods: Between January and March 2023, a questionnaire was administered to people who visited the ophthalmology clinic at the Elbistan State Hospital. 250 people who volunteered to participate in the survey were included in this cross-sectional study. The questionnaire consisted of 10 questions.
Results: The mean age of the 250 participants (56% female and 44% male) was 41.94±15.31 years. 90.5% of the villagers, all the illiterate participants and 54.1% of the unemployed participants stated not to know about UV. 82.9% of the university graduates and 80% of the office workers reported knowing about UV. Illiterate participants reported buying sunglasses based on brand and price; most university graduates reported buying sunglasses based on UV protection. When asked about the purpose of wearing sunglasses, most men reported it was to prevent glare, while most women reported it was for aesthetic and cosmetic reasons. 90.5% of villagers and 83.8% of illiterates reported wearing sunglasses for aesthetic and cosmetic reasons. 84.2% of university graduates reported that it was used to protect the eye tissues from the harmful rays of the sun.
Conclusion: The study highlights the lack of awareness of sunlight in society and the general lack of sun protection, suggesting the need for health education programs. Informative public service announcements and videos on the topic have been suggested.
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References
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Ultraviyole Işınlardan Korunma ve Güneş Gözlüğü ile İlgili Bilgi, Tutum ve Davranışların İncelenmesi
Abstract
Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, polikliniğe başvuran hastaların güneş gözlüğü kullanma alışkanlıklarını, güneş gözlüğü kullanma amacına ilişkin bilgi düzeylerini ve güneş ışığının oküler dokular üzerindeki etkileri konusundaki farkındalıklarını belirlemektir.
Yöntemler: Ocak-Mart 2023 tarihleri arasında Elbistan Devlet Hastanesi göz polikliniğine başvuran kişilere anket uygulandı. Bu kesitsel çalışmaya ankete katılmaya gönüllü olan 250 kişi dahil edilmiştir. Anket 10 sorudan oluşmaktadır.
Bulgular: 250 katılımcının (%56'sı kadın ve %44'ü erkek) yaş ortalaması 41,94 ± 15,31'idi. Köyde kalanların %90,5'i, okuma yazma bilmeyenlerin tamamı ve çalışmayanların %54,1'i ultraviyole hakkında bilgilerinin olmadığını belirtmiştir. Üniversite mezunlarının %82,9'u ve memurların ise %80'i UV hakkında bilgi sahibi olduklarını bildirdi. Okuma yazma bilmeyen katılımcılar, marka ve fiyata göre güneş gözlüğü satın aldıklarını; üniversite mezunlarının çoğu güneş gözlüklerini ultraviyole koruyucu özellikleri nedeniyle satın aldıklarını bildirdi. Güneş gözlüğü takmanın amacı sorulduğunda, erkeklerin çoğu parlamayı önlemek için taktıklarını söylerken, kadınların çoğu ise estetik ve kozmetik nedenlerle taktıklarını bildirdi. Köyde yaşayanların %90,5'i ve okuma yazma bilmeyenlerin %83,8'i estetik ve kozmetik nedenlerle güneş gözlüğü taktıklarını bildirdi. Üniversite mezunlarının %84,2'si oküler dokularını güneşin zararlı ışınlarından korumak için kullanıldığını bildirmiştir.
Sonuç: Toplumdaki güneş ışığı farkındalığının eksikliğini ve genel olarak güneş gözlüğü ile güneş ışınlarından korunma eksikliğini vurgulanmıştır. Çalışma sonucu sağlık eğitimi programlarına ihtiyaç olduğunu düşündürmektedir. Konuyla ilgili toplumu bilgilendirici kamu spotları ve videolar önerilmektedir.
Keywords
References
- 1. Fonn D. A special issue on ultraviolet radiation and its effects on the eye. Eye Contact Lens. 2011;37,167.
- 2. Wang F, Hu L, Gao Q, Gao Y, Liu G, Zheng Y, et al. Risk of ocular exposure to biologically effective UV radiation in different geographical directions. Photochem. Photobiol. 2014;90,1174–1183.
- 3. Yam JC, Kwok AK. Ultraviolet light and ocular diseases. Int. Ophthalmol. 2014;34,383–400.
- 4. Armstrong BK, Kricker A. The epidemiology of UV induced skin cancer. J Photochem Photobiol B. 2001;63:8–18.
- 5. Neale RE, Purdie JL, Hirst LW, Green AC. Sun exposure as a risk factor for nuclear cataract. Epidemiology. 2003;14:707–12.
- 6. Hayashi LC, Hayashi S, Yamaoka K, Tamiya N, Chikuda M, Yano E. Ultraviolet B exposure and type of lens opacity in ophthalmic patients in Japan. Sci Total Environ. 2003;20; 302:53–62.
- 7. Çayırlı M, Tunca M, Açıkgöz G. Sun Protection and Sunscreens. TAF Preventive Medicine Bulletin 2013;12(2):193-198.
- 8. Rabbetts R, Sliney D. Technical Report: Solar Ultraviolet Protection from Sunglasses. Optom. Vis. Sci. 2019;96,523–530.
- 9. Oduntan O, Carlson A, Clarke-Farr P, Hansraj R. South African university student knowledge of eye protection against sunlight. S. Afr. Optom. 2009;68, 25–31.
- 10. Barrett F, Usher K, Woods C, Conway J. Sun protective behaviours during maximum exposure to ultraviolet radiation when undertaking outdoor activities: An integrated literature review. J. Public Health 2019;27, 393–405.
- 11. Alataş ET, Polat AK, Doğan G, Pıçakçıefe M. Assessment of the Academic Staff’s Knowledge, Attitudes and Habits Related to Sun Protection and Sunscreen Use. Turk J Dermatol 2018;12:9-17.
- 12. Gao Q, Liu, G, Liu Y. Knowledge, attitude and practice regarding solar ultraviolet exposure among medical university students in Northeast China. J. Photochem. Photobiol. B 2014;140, 14–19.
- 13. Dey V. Assessment of Knowledge and Attitude towards Sun Exposure and Photoprotection Measures among Indian Patients Attending Dermatology Clinic. J. Drugs Dermatol. 2019;5,94–99.
- 14. Rounsefell K, Gibson S, McLean S, Blair M, Molenaar A, Brennan L, et al. Social media, body image and food choices in healthy young adults: A mixed methods systematic review. Nutr. Diet. 2020;77,19–40.
- 15. Al-Abdulqader R, Al Wadani F, Alkulaib N, Alshaikh HM, Almulhim Y, Alsaqer S. Knowledge regarding the importance of ultraviolet radiation and protective behaviors for the eye health in Saudi Arabia. Int. J. Med. Dev. Ctries. 2021;5, 133–139.
- 16. Al-Mutairi N, Issa BI, Nair V. Photoprotection and vitamin D status: A study on awareness, knowledge and attitude towards sun protection in general population from Kuwait, and its relation with vitamin D levels. Indian J. Dermatol. Venereol. Leprol. 2012;78, 342–349.
- 17. Lee GA, Hirst LW, Sheehan M. Knowledge of sunlight effects on the eyes and protective behaviors in the general community. Ophthalmic Epidemiol. 1994;1,67–84.
Details
| Primary Language | English |
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| Subjects | Clinical Sciences (Other), Health and Community Services |
| Journal Section | Original Articles |
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| Publication Date | August 31, 2023 |
| Published in Issue | Year 2023 Volume: 10 Issue: 2 |
