Screening and prevention program for Helicobacter pylori infection among students at Damietta University, Egypt
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10514488Keywords:
screening, prevention program, Helicobacter pylori infectionAbstract
Helicobacter pylori is linked to serious complications like gastric cancer. Hence, screening for early detection and treatment is crucial to maintain the health of the whole population. Aim: This study aimed to identify the influence of screening and prevention programs for Helicobacter pylori infection among students at Damietta University, Egypt. A descriptive and quasi-experimental study design was utilized. The data were collected by two tools—Tool I. Structured Students’ Data Questionnaire incorporated three parts and Tool II. Physical Examination (screening) Tool. Results: Analysis showed nearly one-third of participants (26.1%) tested were positive, and the majority (80.9%) had severe epigastric pain. Also, highly statistically significant differences in students’ total knowledge and practices before and after the health education program were found (P = 0.000**, 0.001**, respectively). Screening results detected nearly one-third of participants were positive for Helicobacter pylori test. Enhancing school children’s awareness of preventive measures of Helicobacter pylori and continuous screening should be done for early detection and treatment.
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