scholarly journals Knowledge And Awareness Of Breast Cancer And Mammography Among Women In Klang, Selangor.

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-20
Author(s):  
Nurul Fadhlina Ismail ◽  
Dhaarshini A/P Ravi
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Family History ◽  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Screening Methods ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Common Cancer ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
The World ◽  
Breast Cancer Knowledge

Breast cancer (BC) is considered as one of the most common cancers among women and almost 2.1 million women are diagnosed with it each year around the world. The high mortality rate by breast cancer is mainly because of the late diagnosis of breast cancer which is because of the lack of awareness and knowledge about breast cancer itself and its screening methods among women. The gradually increasing mortality rate can be decreased by early detection of breast cancer. A validated questionnaire was adopted from a similar study that was done in Shah Alam, Selangor. The questionnaire consists of three sections namely sociodemographic status, knowledge about breast cancer and awareness of mammography. Most of the respondents (84.1%) stated that breast cancer is the most common cancer in Malaysia. In terms of risk factors, the majority (96.2%) of the respondents stated that genetic and family history is a risk of breast cancer while only 3.8% of them did not. 15 respondents received knowledge scores of which are less than 8 (very poor), 46 respondents have obtained scores from 8 to 11 (poor), 56 respondents have obtained scores from 12 to 16 (moderate) and 15 respondents have obtained scores from 17 to 20 (good). None of the respondents obtained scores of more than 20 (very good). This study shows that the respondents have very poor to moderate level of breast cancer knowledge. Mammography awareness was acceptable among the respondents as more than half of them knew about it.

FORMATION OF THE CULTURE OF PREVENTION OF BREAST CANCER THROUGH SELF-OBSERVATION AND SELF-EXAMINATION

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kateryna Mulyk ◽  
◽  
Aleksander Skaliy ◽  
Larysa Ruban ◽  
Liana Duhina ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Physical Culture ◽  
Common Cancer ◽  
The World ◽  
Culture Of Prevention ◽  
Self Examination ◽  
Prevention Of Breast Cancer

The article is devoted to breast cancer, a common cancer among women around the world. The level of awareness of applicants and employees of the Kharkov State Academy of Physical Culture regarding risk factors and clinical features of breast cancer, as well as self-examination procedures was analyzed. It has been proven that the formation of a culture of prevention of breast cancer through self-observation and self-examination of young Ukrainian women can save human lives, since raising public awareness and gaining practical knowledge will certainly change the fate of many people.

scholarly journals What women know about breast cancer: In the case of Ethiopia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yonas Biratu Terfa ◽  
Samuel Abdu Aliyu ◽  
Ebrahim Yimam Reta ◽  
Gugsa Nemera Germossa ◽  
Adugna Olani Akuma
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Positive Family History ◽  
Signs And Symptoms ◽  
P Value ◽  
Screening Methods ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Childbearing Age ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Jimma Town

Background & Aim: Breast cancer is the leading cause of death among women worldwide. Good knowledge of breast cancer enhances timely screening, early detection, and treatment; however, women's knowledge about breast cancer is very low. Thus, this study assesses the level of knowledge regarding breast cancer among women of childbearing age living in Jimma town. Methods & Materials: A community based cross-sectional study was conducted in Jimma town in 2018. Respondents were identified using multistage sampling methods. Data was collected using a standard questionnaire developed by cancer research UK and used in different languages in many parts of the world. Multiple logistic regression analyses were used to identify a variable with a significant association based on OR, with 95%CI and P-value of less than 0.05. Results: Out of 724 respondents, 686 gave their complete responses. The majority of 496 (72.3%) of the respondents were young adults with a mean age of 31, and about 307 (44.8%) of them had completed secondary school (9-12). Only 35% of respondents knew breast cancer; more specifically, 20% had knowledge of risk factors, 45% had knowledge of signs and symptoms, and 39 % had knowledge of screening methods. Maternal age, educational level, marital status, occupation, source of information, and monthly income, and positive family history of breast cancer were significantly associated with women’s breast cancer knowledge. Conclusion: Just over one-third (35%) of women are knowledgeable about breast cancer. However, women's breast cancer knowledge plays a great role in controlling before reaching an advanced stage.

scholarly journals Internet Access and Breast Cancer Awareness Among Akure Residents

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (Supplement 3) ◽  
pp. 4s-4s
Author(s):  
Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Internet Access ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Breast Self Examination ◽  
Breast Cancer Awareness ◽  
Breast Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Self Examination

Purpose Of the leading types of cancer in women, breast cancer presents with the highest number of cases and is the leading cause of cancer death in less developed countries. Despite the promising positive impact of the Internet on breast cancer awareness, there is a paucity of information on the effect of Internet access on breast cancer knowledge in Nigeria. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the effect of Internet access on breast cancer knowledge and the perceived benefit of breast self-examination among adults residing in Akure Town, Ondo State, Nigeria. Methods A descriptive cross-sectional study design was used to determine the effect of access to the Internet on breast cancer knowledge and the perceived benefit of breast self-examination among Akure residents. The study was conducted in 295 men and women age 18 to 60 years residing in Akure who were selected using a systematic sampling technique. A telephone survey was used to collect data. Simple frequency distribution was used to describe the data, and bivariable logistic regression was used to test the association between variables. Results Almost all adults residing in Akure are aware of breast cancer and more than one half have a good knowledge of the disease. Although more than one half of the study population was found to have a good knowledge of breast cancer, most adults do not have knowledge of the risk factors of breast cancer. Nearly 97% of the 84% of participants who have ever conducted breast self-examination does so at least once in a month. Adults residing in Akure who have access to the Internet were more than two times more likely to have a good knowledge of breast cancer compared with their counterparts with no Internet access. Conclusion Knowledge of breast cancer is above average among Akure adults; however, more than one half of the adult populace in Akure still lacks adequate knowledge of the risk factors of breast cancer. Breast cancer awareness programs that are targeted at Akure residents should emphasize breast cancer risk factors and use the platform provided by the Internet. AUTHOR’S DISCLOSURES OF POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST The following represents disclosure information provided by authors of this manuscript. All relationships are considered compensated. Relationships are self-held unless noted. I = Immediate Family Member, Inst = My Institution. Relationships may not relate to the subject matter of this manuscript. For more information about ASCO's conflict of interest policy, please refer to www.asco.org/rwc or ascopubs.org/jco/site/ifc . No COIs from the author.

scholarly journals To Control the Morbidity and Mortality Rate of Breast Cancer Through Increasing Knowledge Capacity

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Developing Countries ◽  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Breast Cancer Prevention ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
Priority List ◽  
Breast Cancer Knowledge

Breast cancer in women is a major health burden both in developed and developing countries. It is the second leading cause of death in women worldwide as well as in Uganda. Recent global cancer statistics shows that global incidence is rising at a faster rate especially in developing countries like Uganda. But still breast cancer is not on the top of the priority list for the policy makers, donors and health professionals. But the prevailing situation can be more devastated if early attention is not given. Breast cancer, the third most frequent cancer of women is preventable through knowledge on breast self-examination. Of the 44% of women diagnosed with breast cancer at the Uganda Cancer Institute, only 22% go for check-up in less than three months. This study explored the effect of breast cancer knowledge on the uptake of breast cancer prevention modalities among women in Kampala region. To concentrate on this fast growing health problem will need to know the overall situation concerning incidence, prevalence, risk group, diagnostic and treatment status survival and mortality rate first to make a comprehensive policy to cope with breast cancer situation in Uganda. To evaluate the knowledge and practices about breast cancer among women, this present study was conducted. Knowledge about sign, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment is quite not good among the women. 21% women have knowledge about performing breast self-exam and 17% have heard about mammography. However, to controlling the morbidity and mortality rate of breast cancer we should increase the level of knowledge and we should take some steps to spread the knowledge and awareness about breast cancer. Methods: A household survey of women in Kampala region was conducted during June, 2016 to August, 2017. This involved studying in-depth using a questionnaire the level of breast cancer knowledge of the respondents. Data was analyzed using logistic regression model. Chi-square test was used to establish relationships between knowledge base factors and the uptake of breast cancer prevention modalities. Conclusion: The women’s level of breast cancer awareness as a primary prevention strategy was found wanting, and requires a boost through community health education. Breast cancer is the top cancer in women worldwide and is increasing particularly in developing countries where the majority of cases are diagnosed in late stages.

scholarly journals Breast Cancer Knowledge and Early Detection among Hispanic Women with a Family History of Breast Cancer along the U.S.-Mexico Border

2010 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 475-488 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yelena Bird ◽  
John Moraros ◽  
Matthew P. Banegas ◽  
Sasha King ◽  
Surasri Prapasiri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Family History ◽  
Early Detection ◽  
Hispanic Women ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Mexico Border ◽  
History Of ◽  
Breast Cancer Knowledge ◽  
The U.S

Knowledge, Attitude, Risk Factors & Screening Practices Regarding Breast Cancer among Women in Islamabad

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. 2133-2137
Author(s):  
Nida Khaliq ◽  
Zille Huma Mustehsan ◽  
Hania Rashid ◽  
Shafaq Khadija ◽  
Nazeeha Waseem ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Clinical Breast Examination ◽  
Screening Methods ◽  
Limited Information ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cancer Symptoms ◽  
Screening Practices ◽  
Cancer Breast ◽  
Associated Risk Factors

Introduction: Cancer of breast tissue is a commonly recognized cancer among females and is the fifthmain reason of cancer associated deaths in the world. It is important and beneficial for the females at risk to understand breast cancer as this may assist in timely detection and management of this deadly disease. Objectives: To assess understanding about breast cancer, knowledge and attitude, risk factors and screening practices among female in Islamabad. Methodology: The study is across-sectional survey which was conducted from October 2020 till March 2021. A self-administered questionnaire, using Google forms, was distributed among women residing in Islamabad, consisting of questions regarding knowledge about breast cancer symptoms, risk factors and screening methods. A total of 320 participants completed and submitted the questionnaire. Results: The participants of the present study were familiar with the term “breast cancer”; however, their attitude towards breast cancer prevention was recorded as unsatisfactory because they lacked knowledge about the screening practices of breast cancer. Conclusion: Women residing in Islamabad seem to have limited understanding about breast cancer, its symptoms and associated risk factors which is somewhat similar to other developing countries. Very few women in the study population practice “BSE” and have undergone “CBE” and “mammography”. They also have limited information about other screening practices of breast cancer. Keywords: “Breast cancer”, “Breast Self-Examination”, “Clinical Breast Examination”, “Mammography”, Screening

scholarly journals Essentials of bladder cancer worldwide: incidence, mortality rate and risk factors

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (9) ◽  
pp. 1638 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamidreza Sadeghi Gandomani ◽  
Abed Asgari Tarazoj ◽  
Fatemeh Hadavand Siri ◽  
Ali Karimi Rozveh ◽  
Soheila Hosseini ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Bladder Cancer ◽  
Mortality Rate ◽  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Health Care Systems ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Common Cancer ◽  
The World ◽  
Care Systems ◽  
Systems Studies

Bladder cancer (BC) is the sixth most common cancer in the world. An increase in the incidence and recurrence of BC has led to massive pressure on health care systems. Studies have shown that the geographical and ethical distributions of BC are variable in different parts of the world. However, most studies have focused more on clinical challenges and treatment strategies in BC management. Due to the limited number of studies conducted on the incidence rate, mortality and risk factors of BC worldwide, it is necessary to carry out studies in these areas. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the global incidence rate, mortality rate and risk factors for BC.

scholarly journals TO WARN IS TO WIN: THE RESULTS OF A SOCIAL INITIATIVE IN THE FRAMEWORK OF PREVENTION AND RISK REDUCTION OF BREAST CANCER IN KAZAKHSTAN

2020 ◽  
pp. 23-26
Author(s):  
Sh. J. Talayeva
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
Breast Cancer Risk ◽  
Adequate Treatment ◽  
Cancer Risk Factors ◽  
Personal Involvement ◽  
Common Cancer ◽  
The World ◽  
Breast Cancer Risk Factors ◽  
Prevention Of Breast Cancer

The article describes the importance and need for the prevention of breast cancer - the most common cancer of women in the world. Increasing the awareness of gynecologists about breast cancer risk factors, as well as their personal involvement in the process of early detection and adequate treatment of mastopathy, is an important element of the cancer prevention strategy.

scholarly journals Epidemiological Evaluation of Breast Cancer Awareness among Medical, Paramedical and General Population – A Hospital Based Questionnaire Survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephy Elsa Varghese KM
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Risk Factors ◽  
General Population ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Cancer Awareness ◽  
General Group ◽  
Breast Cancer Awareness ◽  
Breast Cancer Knowledge

To investigate the knowledge of breast cancer among medical, paramedical and general population of women participants. A prospective observational questionnaire survey was carried out in a tertiary care teaching hospital in northern Karnataka for a period of six months with220 participants. Interviewer administered questionnaire was used. Data obtained was analysed using descriptive statistics. Out of 220 women, 31.36% were medical, 20.92% paramedical and 47.72% general. Almost, 94.20% of medical participants believed breast cancer as inherited. Notably, general group considered trauma(74.28%) and diet (73.33%) as major risk factors. Majority of medical and paramedical women thought lump in the breast as the initial sign of Breast Cancer. Awareness regarding mammography and biopsy in general population was 64.76% and 52.38% respectively. Moreover, 95.5% of medical women and all of the paramedical women thought that chemical / radiotherapy was the best treatment. Breast cancer knowledge and awareness was less among the general women. There is a need of developing effective interventional programs to educate women about breast cancer. Keywords: Awareness, Breast Cancer, Knowledge, Risk factors.

scholarly journals Breast Cancer Knowledge and Screening Behaviour among Women with a Positive Family History: A Cross Sectional Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 14 (11) ◽  
pp. 6783-6790 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pathmawathi Subramanian ◽  
Nelson Ositadimma Oranye ◽  
Azimah Mohd Masri ◽  
Nur Aishah Taib ◽  
Nora Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Breast Cancer ◽  
Family History ◽  
Positive Family History ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cancer Knowledge ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Cancer Knowledge
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