Objective: This descriptive observational cross-sectional study aimed to assess the general population's awareness, attitudes, and behaviours towards proton pump inhibitor (PPI) usage, as well as their knowledge about associated side effects, in the Qassim region of Saudi Arabia.
Methods: An autonomous online survey was conducted from June 15, 2023, to September 1, 2023, using social media. The survey targeted adult residents of Qassim and collected a total of 1090 respondents.
Background: Epidemiological studies are crucial in appraising the occurrence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in a specific region, establishing benchmarks, and devising effective preventive measures. It is against this background that the study aims to evaluate adult awareness of COPD and its risk factors among adults in the Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia.
Method: This observational cross-sectional study was conducted in the Qassim Region and involved consenting adults who voluntarily participated.