Background Hypothyroidism is a prevalent endocrine disorder with potentially serious health implications if not diagnosed and managed early. Awareness and understanding of the condition are critical, particularly among future healthcare providers. Aim The study was carried out to evaluate the extent of knowledge and awareness regarding hypothyroidism among female health science students at Aljouf University, Saudi Arabia. Subject and Method A descriptive cross‐sectional study was conducted using a validated, self‐administered electronic questionnaire. The sample comprised 384 female students from various academic levels and specializations. Results Nearly half of the participants (46.3%) demonstrated poor knowledge, while only 19% achieved a high knowledge level. Statistically significant associations were found between knowledge levels and age, academic level, field of study, and personal or family history of thyroid disorders ( p < 0.001). Conclusion The study highlights a substantial deficiency in hypothyroidism‐related knowledge among female university students. Recommendations: These results underscore the urgent need for targeted health education initiatives to improve thyroid health literacy among students, especially those not enrolled in nursing or health‐specialized programs.
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