Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ozcan Aygun | Nursing and Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Mugla Sitki Kocman University, Fethiye Faculty of Health Science, Nursing Department Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özcan Aygün is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of Public Health Nursing. Currently serving at Mugla Sıtkı Koçman University, he has contributed significantly to healthcare research, particularly in sun protection programs, healthcare literacy, and community health nursing. His work focuses on improving public health through education and preventive strategies.

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Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Public Health Nursing (2013) – Marmara University, Institute of Health Sciences
- Thesis: “The Effect of Sun Protection Program on Adolescents’ Sun Protection Behaviors: A Study Based on the Transtheoretical Model”
Master’s in Public Health (2004) – Marmara University, Institute of Health Sciences
- Thesis: “Investigation of Compliance with Health Regulations in Food Producing and Selling Businesses in Adapazarı, Sakarya”
Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Assistant Training (2001) – Kocaeli University, Kocaeli Health Academy

Experience 💼

Associate Professor (2022 – Present) – Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Public Health Nursing
Assistant Professor (2018 – 2022) – Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University
Lecturer – Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Department of Nursing
Head of Department (2023 – Present) – Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Faculty of Health Sciences
Head of Commission (2020) – Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University

Research Interests 🔬

Public Health Nursing
Sun Protection Programs and Skin Cancer Prevention
Health Literacy and Education
Mental Health and Stress Management in Healthcare Workers
Preventive Healthcare Strategies

Awards 🏆

School Health Nursing Special Award – Public Health Nursing Association (2021)

Publications Top Notes: 📖

Üner A. E., Kara R., Aygün Ö., Karayağız M. G. (2024). Level of Health Literacy among High School Students and Associated Factors. Halk Sağlığı Hemşireliği Dergisi. DOI: 10.54061/jphn.1537102

Üner E., Dağlı A., Aygün Ö. (2024). Sun Protection Knowledge and Behaviors of Agricultural Workers in Turkey: A Cross-Sectional Study. BMC Public Health, 24(2571). DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-20121-8

Eldemir H. H., Aygün Ö. (2023). Comparison of Burnout Levels of Nurses Working and Not Working in the COVID-19 Pandemic Clinic. Halk Sağlığı Hemşireliği Derneği, 5(3), 228-244. DOI: 10.54061/jphn.1318128

Üner E., Kara R., Aygün Ö., Karayağız M. G. (2023). Evaluation of Sun Protection Behaviors of Secondary School Students Based on Transtheoretical Model. International Journal of Public Health (Forthcoming).

An analysis of computer game addiction in primary school children and its affecting factors

The effect of a school-based fruit and vegetable promotion program on adolescents’ fruit and vegetable consumption behavior in Turkey

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