scholarly journals Innovative prototypes for cervical cancer prevention in low-income primary care settings

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (Supplement_5) ◽  
Author(s):  
M Arrivillaga ◽  
P C Bermudez ◽  
J P García-Cifuentes
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Subsequent Development ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Public Healthcare ◽  
Waiting Room

Abstract Issue In 2018, the mortality due to cervical cancer rose by 6.9 compared to the previous year, with 311.365 deaths in total. By 2030, it is estimated that there will be a 21.3% increase in incidence and 26.7% in mortality. In Colombia, cervical cancer is the second cause of death by cancer in women. Description of the Problem We present the design process of innovative prototypes for cervical cancer prevention in primary care centers located in low-income settings in Cali, Colombia, using the Human-Centered Design (HCD) approach. The practice was developed in collaboration with a public healthcare network comprised of 38 urban and rural centers with women between the ages of 25 and 65 years, healthcare providers of the cancer program, healthcare managers. We conducted five HCD stages: research, need synthesis, ideation and co-design process, prototyping and in-context usability testing. We used observations, open-ended interviews and conversations, multi-stakeholder workshops, focus groups, systematic text condensation analyses and tests in real contexts. Results We designed four prototypes: (1) 'Encanto': An educational manicure service, (2) 'No le des la espalda a la citología': A media-based strategy, (3) An educational wireless queuing device in the waiting room, and (4) Citobot: A cervical cancer early detection device, system, and method. Lessons The tests carried out with each prototype showed their value, limitations and possibilities in terms of subsequent development and validation through public health research or clinical research. We recognize that a longer-term evaluation is required in order to determine whether the prototypes will be used regularly, integrated into cervical cancer screening services and effectively improve access to cytology as a screening test. Key messages HCD is a useful methodology for design-based prevention in the field of cervical cancer. Integration of HCD with public health practice would allow the generation of evidence prior to the formulation of policies and programs as well as optimize existing interventions.

scholarly journals Innovative prototypes for cervical cancer prevention in low-income primary care settings: A human-centered design approach

PLoS ONE ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (8) ◽  
pp. e0238099 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marcela Arrivillaga ◽  
Paula C. Bermúdez ◽  
Juan Pablo García-Cifuentes ◽  
Jorge Botero
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Design Approach ◽  
Human Centered Design ◽  
Primary Care Settings

The Influence of Health Literacy on Knowledge of Cervical Cancer Prevention and Screening Practices among Female Undergraduates at a University in Southwest Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunday Joseph Ayamolowo ◽  
Lydia Feyisayo Akinrinde ◽  
Monisola Omoyeni Oginni ◽  
Love Bukola Ayamolowo
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cervical Cancer Screening ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Screening Practices ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Screening ◽  
Southwest Nigeria

The global incidence of cancer is rising, and low-income and lower-middle-income countries have the worst figures. However, knowledge of cervical cancer prevention and cervical cancer screening practices remains poor in these regions. This study assessed the concept of health literacy as a potential determinant of knowledge of cervical cancer prevention and screening practices among female undergraduates. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 385 female undergraduates at a university in southwest Nigeria. A validated questionnaire composed of subscales on nine components of health literacy, knowledge of cervical cancer prevention, and cervical cancer screening practices was used for data collection. The majority of the respondents obtained a high score on most of the components of health literacy and 66% had good knowledge of cervical cancer prevention. Only 11% demonstrated good practices of Pap smear testing. Of all the components of health literacy, “feeling understood and supported by healthcare providers” (OR = 0.075; 95% CI [0.036–0.115]; p = 0.015) and “understanding health information well enough to know what to do” (OR = 0.055; 95% CI [0.006–0.104]; p = 0.029) were significantly associated with knowledge of cervical cancer prevention. Out of the major challenges related to cervical cancer screening among undergraduates, the feeling of being at risk (OR = 4.71; p < 0.05) and uncomfortable experiences from past screening (OR = 0.12; p < 0.05) were significantly associated with going for cervical cancer screening. The study concluded that levels of health literacy influenced knowledge of cervical cancer prevention among female undergraduates, but it did not affect their engagement in cervical cancer screening practices.

scholarly journals Women’s knowledge and attitude towards cervical cancer preventive measures and associated factors In South Gondar Zone, Amhara Region, North Central Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yilkal Tafere ◽  
Tezera Jemere ◽  
Tsion Desalegn ◽  
Addisu Melak
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Prevention Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Women's Knowledge ◽  
Women’S Knowledge ◽  
South Gondar

Abstract Background Cervical cancer is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among women in Ethiopia, often due to late disease diagnosis. Early prevention of cancer has been shown to be the most effective measure against the disease. Scientific evidences indicate that lack of awareness towards cervical cancer is a barrier to prevention strategies. Therefore, the aim of the current research was to assess women’s knowledge and attitudes towards cervical cancer preventions in South Gondar zone. Methods A community-based cross-sectional study was carried out in South Gondar zone, Ethiopia. The study sample comprised 844 women ≥ 18 years of age. Participants were selected using systematic sampling technique. Binary and multivariable logistic models were used to assess predictors of women’s knowledge and attitude towards cervical cancer. Results About 66 % of the women had heard about cervical cancer. Regarding the main source of information of respondents, 75.4 % were heard from health professionals. Sixty two point 4 % of women knew at least one preventive measure and 82.6 % of participants knew at least one symptom or sign. Among study participants, 25 and 64 % had good knowledge, and favorable attitude towards cervical cancer prevention measures, respectively. Being reside in rural (AOR = 0.21, 95 %CI; 0.18, 0.34), not attending formal education (AOR = 0.50, 95 % CI: 0.3, 0.75), low income (AOR = 0.57, 95 % CI: 0.43, 0.81) and having < 4 children ((AOR = 0.8, 95 % CI: 0.60–0.86) were negatively associated with knowledge toward cervical cancer prevention measures. Conclusions This study found the majority of the respondents had poor knowledge about cervical cancer prevention measures. The majority of the study participants had favorable attitudes regarding cervical cancer prevention. Living in rural areas, not attending formal education low income and having less than four children was negatively associated with respondents’ knowledge towards cervical cancer prevention measures. There is needed to scale up cervical cancer prevention measures and services .Further studies are needed using strong study design.

scholarly journals HPV and Cervical Cancer Prevention Counseling With Younger Adolescents: Implications for Primary Care

2007 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 298-304 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. L. Sussman ◽  
D. Helitzer ◽  
M. Sanders ◽  
B. Urquieta ◽  
M. Salvador ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Prevention Counseling

scholarly journals Cervical cancer prevention and treatment research in Africa: a systematic review from a public health perspective

2016 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Finocchario-Kessler ◽  
Catherine Wexler ◽  
May Maloba ◽  
Natabhona Mabachi ◽  
Florence Ndikum-Moffor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Systematic Review ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Public Health Perspective ◽  
Prevention And Treatment ◽  
Treatment Research

Health outcomes in women attending with clinical guideline PROGYNE to a primary care center for cervical cancer prevention

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Luziene de Sousa Gomes ◽  
Neiva Francenely Cunha Vieira ◽  
Deise Maria do Nascimento Sousa ◽  
Nádya dos Santos Moura ◽  
Ivana Rios Rodrigues ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Primary Care ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Clinical Guideline ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Primary Care Center

scholarly journals Knowledge and perceptions regarding triage among human papillomavirus–tested women: A qualitative study of perspectives of low-income women in Argentina

2020 ◽  
Vol 16 ◽  
pp. 174550652097601
Author(s):  
Sánchez Antelo Victoria ◽  
Kohler Racquel E ◽  
Szwarc Lucila ◽  
Paolino Melisa ◽  
Kasisomayajula Viswanath ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Human Papillomavirus ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Economic Cost ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Attitudes And Beliefs ◽  
Health Providers ◽  
Pap Screening

Objectives: Among cancer prevention studies, little is known about knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs toward triage adherence in the context of the human papillomavirus self-collection test. This formative research aims to identify knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs related to human papillomavirus and cervical cancer prevention specifically about adherence to Pap triage among women residing in a low-income province in Argentina. Methods: We conducted six focus groups, stratified by residence and age. All participants were aged 30 or older and had performed human papillomavirus self-collection. Data collection and thematic analysis were carried out using constructs from the Health Belief Model. Results: Misinformation regarding human papillomavirus and cervical cancer was common and was a source of distress. Women could not distinguish Pap screening from triage; human papillomavirus risk perception was limited but cervical cancer was perceived as a threatening disease. Women were willing to follow-up after receiving an abnormal screening result. Negative views about clinician-collected screening/triage were common, defined as painful and shameful, and comes with an economic cost (transport/time). Lack of help from family/friends was an obstacle to adhering to triage. Health issues in the family’s records and a physician’s recommendation were a cue to adhere to triage. Conclusion: Lack of knowledge or misinformation of the causes of cervical cancer, human papillomavirus, and the multi-step screening and triage process are barriers to follow-up adherence. Interventions to improve communication between women and health providers about screening results and follow-up are needed. Also, health services should be organized to respond to women’s needs and reduce access barriers to follow-up.

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