Farah Alasmari
Department of Clinical Nutrition, Umm Al-Qura University, Saudi ArabiaPublications
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Research
An evaluation of the public's knowledge regarding the risks associated with weight loss injections in Saudi Arabia
Author(s): Anas Ali Alhur*, Moayad Alhamdani, Ruba Khunayn, Maram Alshehri, Lubna Alqahtani, Raghad Alsufyani, Samren Alhadi, Wejdan Alqarni, Farah Alasmari, Khalid Shaher, Jumana Almalki, Abdullah bin Shahbal, Sarah Alahmari, Leena Al Shehri and Mawaddah Barniyah
Background: Obesity remains a critical public health issue globally and in Saudi Arabia, where the increasing prevalence of obesity has heightened interest in interventions such as liraglutide and semaglutide injections. Despite their widespread use, public knowledge about potential risks, including gastrointestinal distress, pancreatitis, and thyroid complications, is limited, raising concerns about safe practices. Objective: This study evaluates public knowledge and perceptions regarding the risks of weight loss injections in Saudi Arabia, identifies demographic factors influencing awareness, and proposes strategies to enhance education and safety. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted, targeting Saudi residents aged 18 and older. A sample of 1,300 participants was selected through random sa.. Read More»
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14557364