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The Role of US Adult Cancer Risk Perceptions and Knowledge on Nutritional Behaviors and Alcohol Intake

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  • Christine Kamm

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

  • Nada Eldawy

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

  • Kendell Lewis

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

  • Isabella Abraham

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

  • Erik Miron

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

  • Morgan Decker

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

  • Yasmine Zerrouki

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

  • Lea Sacca

    (Charles E. Schmidt College of Medicine, Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA)

Abstract

Background: This study on US adult cancer risk perceptions aims to explore the relationship between an individual’s perceived risk of developing cancer and the extent to which they engage in preventative behaviors, such as nutrition and physical activity. Methods: Data were obtained from the 2025 Health Information National Trends Survey 7 (HINTS 7). Descriptive statistics were generated to explore participants’ sociodemographic characteristics and cancer risk perceptions. Multinomial regression analysis was used to examine associations between cancer beliefs and consumption of alcohol, fruit, and vegetables. Results: Using multinomial logistic regression, significant associations ( p < 0.001) were reported across all cancer beliefs and daily intake of 1–5 drinks per day, as well as ≥6 drinks per day. Significant associations ( p < 0.001) were also reported across all cancer beliefs and daily intake of fruits and vegetables, which was further broken down into <½ cup per day to 1 cup, 1 to <2 cups, 2 to <4 cups, and greater than 4 cups. Conclusions: Our findings support the need for greater cancer knowledge dissemination and awareness in communities.

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  • Christine Kamm & Nada Eldawy & Kendell Lewis & Isabella Abraham & Erik Miron & Morgan Decker & Yasmine Zerrouki & Lea Sacca, 2025. "The Role of US Adult Cancer Risk Perceptions and Knowledge on Nutritional Behaviors and Alcohol Intake," Societies, MDPI, vol. 15(12), pages 1-14, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsoctx:v:15:y:2025:i:12:p:344-:d:1814307
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