Differences among health care students’ attitudes, knowledge and use of dietary supplements: a cross-sectional study

摘要: Abstract Objectives The objectives of this study were to evaluate the difference among pharmacy, dental and medical students’ attitudes, knowledge use dietary supplements. Furthermore, factors likely influence their personal willingness recommend supplement patient investigated. Design A cross-sectional survey study. Setting was carried out at a single university. Main outcome measures Survey gathered socio-demographic data questioned Results total 506 students included in Pharmacy showed more positive attitudes about supplements, achieved higher scores when compared or (p  Conclusions Students’ education did not However, experience seems supplements patients. greater than colleagues. In future practice, health care could benefit from collaboration with pharmacists they provide patients seeking advice