scholarly journals Study of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Toward Risk Factors and Early Detection of Noncommunicable Diseases Among Rural Women in India

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Manoj Mahajan ◽  
Navami Naik ◽  
Kirti Jain ◽  
Nilesh Patira ◽  
Sangita Prasad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Early Detection ◽  
Rural Women ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Rapid Assessment ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Noncommunicable Diseases ◽  
Common Symptom ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Home Based ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

PURPOSE In recognition of the growing burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), including cancer, we assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of rural women in low-resourced countries toward common NCDs and the barriers they face in receiving NCD early detection services. PATIENTS AND METHODS The study was conducted in a rural block of India using the Rapid Assessment and Response Evaluation ethnographic assessment, which included in-depth interviews of key health officials; focus group discussions with women, men, teachers, and health workers from the block; and a knowledge, attitudes, and practices questionnaire survey. The home-based survey was conducted among 1,192 women selected from 50 villages of the block using a two-stage randomization process and stratified to 30- to 44-year and 45- to 60-year age-groups. RESULTS Our study revealed low awareness among women with regard to tobacco as a risk factor; hypertension, diabetes, and cancer as major health threats; and the importance of their early detection. Only 4.8% of women reported to have ever consumed tobacco, and many others consumed smokeless tobacco without knowing that the preparations contained tobacco. Only 27.3% and 11.5% of women had any knowledge about breast and cervical cancer, respectively, and only a few could describe at least one common symptom of either cancer. Self-reported diagnosis of hypertension and diabetes was significantly lower than the reported national prevalence. Only 0.9% and 1.3% of women reported having had a breast examination or gynecologic checkup, respectively, in the past 5 years. Low female empowerment and misconceptions were major barriers. CONCLUSION Barriers need to be addressed to improve uptake of NCD early detection services.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding cervical cancer prevention at Thulamela Municipality of Vhembe District in Limpopo Province

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dorah U. Ramathuba ◽  
Doris Ngambi ◽  
Lunic B. Khoza ◽  
Nditsheni J. Ramakuela
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Rural Women ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Limpopo Province ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Vhembe District ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: Cervical cancer is a widespread and often fatal disease that affected 1 million women globally in 2005. Not only is it the second most common cancer in women but it was also the second leading cause of cancer deaths, accounting for over 250 000 in 2006.Purpose: The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding cervical cancer prevention among rural women in Vhembe District in Limpopo Province.Methodology: A quantitative descriptive approach was adopted. The quantitative design enabled the discovery of more information by means of direct questioning of a sample of women aged 30 years and older. A convenience sampling was used to select the respondents. Data were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences. Measures to ensure ethical issues were adhered to.Results: The findings revealed that women lacked knowledge about cervical cancer and preventive methods, and displayed positive attitudes to the use of services if made available as health workers did not adequately inform them about the availability of the services.Conclusion: The awareness of cervical cancer among women in Vhembe District is limited. There is a need to educate and promote awareness of cervical cancer among women to reduce the burden of morbidity and mortality.Keywords: Attitudes, knowledge, practices, cervical cancer

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of oral cancer prevention among students, interns, and faculty members at the college of dentistry of Jazan University

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mosa A. Shubayr ◽  
Ahmed M. Bokhari ◽  
Afnan A. Essa ◽  
Ali M. Nammazi ◽  
Dania E. Al Agili
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Oral Cancer ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Dental Students ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
The Past ◽  
Health Practitioners ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Background Oral cancer awareness among current and future dental practitioners plays a substantial role in the early detection and prevention of oral cancer. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of oral cancer prevention (OCP) among oral health practitioners in the College of Dentistry at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia, and to determine factors that facilitate, or limit practices related to oral cancer prevention. Methods A self-administered questionnaire survey was done among dental students (n = 274), interns (n = 81), and faculty members (n = 117) in the College of Dentistry at Jazan University between May 2019 to February 2020. The questionnaire was developed in English and modified from a previously validated and published questionnaire into Arabic. It covered every KAP of oral cancer prevention that was useful in accomplishing the study's objectives. Logistic regression analysis was utilized to determine the factors associated with the practice of oral cancer prevention in the past year. Results Only 29.7% reported having participated in any OCP activities in the past 12 months while about 42% and 53% of participants referred suspected oral cancer patients to the departments of maxillofacial surgery and oral medicine, respectively. Most of the participants had poor knowledge (71.9%), unfavourable attitudes towards OCP (83.6%) and poor levels of practice (62.9%). The study found that the attitude of the participants was significant in influencing their practices of OCP in the previous 12 months, after adjusting for all other factors. Conclusion It was concluded that the level of knowledge, attitudes, and practices of OCP among the sample population was poor. The survey findings suggest that oral health practitioners in Jazan are inexperienced in the methods to adopt for prevention and early detection of oral cancer, despite the high prevalence of oral cancer among province residents. Further research should investigate effective educational strategies and training for improving the participation of students, interns, and faculty members in oral cancer prevention activities.

scholarly journals Community Health Workers’ knowledge, attitudes and practices about malaria prevention in Gicumbi District, Rwanda

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 27
Author(s):  
Amos Habimana ◽  
Alexis Harerimana ◽  
Domina Asingizwe ◽  
Theogene Nyandwi ◽  
Kato J. Njunwa
Keyword(s):  
Community Health ◽  
Community Health Workers ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Malaria Prevention ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

scholarly journals Assessing Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Healthcare Workers regarding Biomedical Waste Management at Biyem-Assi District Hospital, Yaounde: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Sylvain Honoré Woromogo ◽  
Gwladys Guetsé Djeukang ◽  
Félicité Emma Yagata Moussa ◽  
Jesse Saint Saba Antaon ◽  
Kingsley Ngah Kort ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
District Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Biomedical Waste ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Good Level ◽  
Research Activities ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background. Biomedical waste (BMW) is defined as unwanted materials generated during diagnosis, treatment, operation, immunization, or in research activities including production of biologicals. Healthcare workers are responsible for the proper management of this waste for human safety and for the protection of the environment. Methods. An analytical knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) study was carried out at Biyem-Assi District Hospital from June 1st to July 5th, 2018, including 100 health workers from different departments. Variables of interest were knowledge, attitudes, and practices of the respondents. A structured and pretested questionnaire was used for data collection. Data analysis was carried out using software Epi Info version 7.2.2.6. Logistic regression was used to establish the relationship between knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Results. Nurses constituted 32.0% of the participants, and more than half of the participants had 1–4 years of working experience (56.0%). Overall, the level of knowledge was satisfactory at 50.0%, that of attitudes was as unfavorable at 83.0%, and that of practices was as poor at 50.0%. Favorable attitudes were associated to satisfactory level of knowledge (ORa = 5.14 [3.10–8.51] and p=0.005). Good practices were associated to good level of knowledge (ORa = 5.26 [3.17–8.7] and p<0.001) and a favorable attitude (ORa = 7.30 [2.25–23, 71] and p<0.001). Conclusion. The level of knowledge was considered unsatisfactory for half of the staff interviewed. Attitudes were unfavourable at 83.0% and poor practices at 50.0%. Staff with a good level of knowledge were more likely to have favourable attitudes towards BWM. Also, good knowledge and attitude positively influenced the practice with regard to BMW management.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards COVID-19 pandemic among residents of Jharkhand state, India: An online survey

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arpita Rai ◽  
Nishant Nishant ◽  
D Singh ◽  
Nitin Kulkarni ◽  
Shailesh Chaurasia ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Disease Surveillance ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Radio Channel ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Knowledge Score ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Background: People's adherence to control measures is imperative in the fight against COVID-19. The present study was done to evaluate knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards COVID-19 among residents of Jharkhand and to assist government in deciding further course of action during the COVID-19 outbreak. Methods: This study was an online cross sectional survey. The link to the questionnaire was displayed on the official website of Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi, Government of Jharkhand, National Health Mission, Jharkhand, official website of all districts under Jharkhand state administration, Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme and Information & Public Relations department. Participation of residents in the survey was also extensively propagated using mass media mainly local television networks, radio channel and newspapers. Results: A total of 4683 responses were received from all districts of Jharkhand. Majority of the participants were young adults (47.5%) and number of male participants was more than the females (81.4%). Mean correct knowledge score for participants of this study was 10.73+2.2 (maximum attainable score was 14) while mean practice score for the participants was 4.5+0.69 (maximum attainable score was 5). Knowledge score of the participants was significantly associated with their age, education status and economic class (p<0.05). The participants largely held an optimistic attitude and healthy practices towards COVID-19. Conclusions: Participants had positive attitude but were also logically worried and uncertain about near future. Adequate knowledge of participants was visible in the practices of residents. There was however a gap across age groups, gender, literacy and income levels which should be addressed in future campaigns.

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