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HIV/AIDS knowledge levels among senior university students: a sociodemographic perspective
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Aims: The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge levels of final-year students studying in different faculties of Dicle University regarding HIV/AIDS, to identify differences between faculties, and to determine sociodemographic determinants affecting knowledge levels. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted between January 1 and March 1, 2025, in the Faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Education, Engineering, Veterinary Medicine, Agriculture, and Theology. The study population consisted of 4,406 final-year students, and the sample size was calculated as 354 based on a 50% prevalence, a 5% margin of error, and a 95% confidence interval. The sample was proportionally distributed among faculties, and participants were reached using convenience sampling. Data were collected using a face-to-face administered questionnaire. The data collection form consisted of two sections: sociodemographic characteristics and sources of information related to HIV/AIDS, and the 21-item AIDS Knowledge Scale, which has established validity and reliability. Statistical analyses included descriptive statistics and normality assessment using the Shapiro–Wilk test. For comparisons between groups, the independent samples t-test was used when parametric assumptions were met, whereas the Mann–Whitney U test was applied when these assumptions were not satisfied. Effect sizes for pairwise comparisons were calculated using Cohen’s d. In addition, multivariable linear regression analysis was performed to identify independent factors associated with the total knowledge score. A p-value of

Keywords : HIV, AIDS, university students, knowledge level, public health

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Volume 7, Issue 2, 2026
Page : 355-362
https://doi.org/10.47582/jompac.1897152
Article Information
Received : 24 Şub 2026
Accepted : 15 Mar 2026
Published : 27 Mar 2026
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Citation : Kılınç Z, Karakeçi H, Ateş Budak E. HIV/AIDS knowledge levels among senior university students: a sociodemographic perspective. J Med Palliat Care. 2026;7(2):355-362. doi:10.47582/jompac.1897152

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