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  • Health Communication
  • Cancer Prevention

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  • Effective cancer screening programs rely on high public attendance.
  • Public health initiatives aim to boost participation in cancer screening.
  • Assessing current knowledge and awareness is crucial for improving screening uptake.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the level of knowledge and awareness regarding cancer screening among citizens in Cagliari.
  • To identify disparities in cancer screening knowledge based on gender and education level.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was conducted with 270 adults (aged 18-75) in Cagliari.
  • Data was collected through interviews in shopping centers.
  • Statistical analysis, including Chi-square tests, was used to analyze knowledge differences.

Main Results:

  • Overall population knowledge of cancer screening aims is limited.
  • Colorectal cancer screening is the least understood screening type.
  • Men and individuals with lower education levels exhibit less knowledge about cancer screening compared to women and highly educated individuals.

Conclusions:

  • Clear, plain language communication is essential to enhance cancer screening awareness.
  • Future campaigns should emphasize screening benefits to foster a culture of cancer prevention.
  • Addressing gender and socioeconomic disparities in communication is vital for equitable screening promotion.
  • General practitioners can play a key role in encouraging screening attendance.