Mammography Screening Beliefs and Knowledge among a Multi-ethnic Sample of Low-income, Uninsured Women

2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 1514-1530
Author(s):  
Marvellous A. Akinlotan ◽  
Jane N. Bolin ◽  
Cynthia Weston ◽  
Chinedum Ojinnaka ◽  
Janet Helduser ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Mammography Screening

A Culturally Targeted Intervention to Promote Breast Cancer Screening among Low-Income Women in East Baltimore, Maryland

2005 ◽  
Vol 12 (4_suppl) ◽  
pp. 34-41 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary A. Garza ◽  
Jingyu Luan ◽  
Marcela Blinka ◽  
Reverend Iris Farabee-Lewis ◽  
Charlotte E. Neuhaus ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
African American ◽  
African American Women ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Mammography Screening ◽  
Screening Program ◽  
Health Belief ◽  
Targeted Intervention ◽  
Screening Rate ◽  
American Women

In Maryland, outreach initiatives have been unsuccessful in engaging low-income African American women in mammography screening. This study aimed to identify factors influencing screening rates for low-income African American women. Based on the Health Belief Model, a modified time series design was used to implement a culturally targeted intervention to promote a no-cost mammography-screening program. Data were collected from women 40 years of age and older on their history of mammography use and their knowledge and beliefs about breast cancer. A 50% screening rate was achieved among 119 eligible participants. Significant predictors of screening behaviors were perceived barriers, lack of insurance, and limited knowledge. This culturally targeted intervention resulted in an unprecedented screening rate among low-income African American women in Baltimore, Maryland.

Comparison of Factors Affecting Repeat Mammography Screening of Low-Income Mexican American Women

2008 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 941-947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gloria Lopez-McKee ◽  
Jeanette A. McNeill ◽  
Julia Bader ◽  
Pat Morales
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Mammography Screening ◽  
Mexican American ◽  
Mexican American Women ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
American Women

Predictors of Mammography Screening Among Ethnically Diverse Low-Income Women

2008 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 527-537 ◽  
Author(s):  
Terry A. Cronan ◽  
Ian Villalta ◽  
Emily Gottfried ◽  
Yavette Vaden ◽  
Mabel Ribas ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Mammography Screening ◽  
Ethnically Diverse ◽  
Low Income Women

Measuring adherence to mammography screening recommendations among low-income women

2004 ◽  
Vol 38 (6) ◽  
pp. 754-760 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katrina Armstrong ◽  
Judith A Long ◽  
Judy A Shea
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Mammography Screening ◽  
Low Income Women

Comparison of three interventions to increase mammography screening in low income African American women

2006 ◽  
Vol 30 (6) ◽  
pp. 535-544 ◽  
Author(s):  
Victoria L. Champion ◽  
Jeffrey K. Springston ◽  
Terry W. Zollinger ◽  
Robert M. Saywell ◽  
Patrick O. Monahan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
African American ◽  
African American Women ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Mammography Screening ◽  
American Women

Repeat Mammography Screening among Low-Income and Minority Women: A Qualitative Study

2005 ◽  
Vol 12 (4_suppl) ◽  
pp. 77-83 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria E. Fernandez ◽  
Richard C. Palmer ◽  
Cindy A. Leong-Wu
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
African American ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Mammography Screening ◽  
Hispanic Women ◽  
Breast Cancer Mortality ◽  
Minority Women ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Enabling Factors ◽  
Factors Associated

Regular mammography screening can reduce breast cancer mortality, yet low-income African American and Hispanic women underutilize mammography screening and are often diagnosed at a later stage, resulting in increased mortality. We used qualitative research methods to identify factors influencing regular breast cancer screening among African American and Hispanic women. Predisposing factors (including fear of mastectomy and lack of knowledge), enabling factors (including cost and social support) and a reinforcing factor were identified and categorized utilizing the PRECEDE framework. The study identified factors associated with the decision to complete regular mammography screening, and examined differences between African American and Hispanic women who participated in the interviews. Future research should seek to better understand the influence of family/friends, risk perception, and fatalistic beliefs on the decision to obtain regular mammograms.

Effects of Educating Women on Breast Cancer and Early Detection Post-Katrina

2012 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-17
Author(s):  
Denise Roubion-Johnson ◽  
Health Program
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Hurricane Katrina ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Late Stage ◽  
Mammography Screening ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Breast Clinic ◽  
Screening Mammograms ◽  
Poor Outcomes

Five years post-Hurricane Katrina, an increasing number of women in New Orleans have been d iagnosed with late stage invasive breast cancer despite the availability of a free breast clinic and mammography screening. Presentation of late-stage breast cancer limits treatment options and poor outcomes are more likely. An evidence-based educational program was provided in a relaxed informal setting to low-income women to increase their awareness of the importance of early detection and screening for breast cancer through the use of screening mammograms. Educating this underserved population of women on the importance of early detection of breast cancer and mammography screening sought to improve patient awareness and potentially increase the use of screening practices.

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