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  • Behavioral Science

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  • Health-promoting behaviors are crucial for cancer survivors' recovery and quality of life.
  • Understanding geographical variations in these behaviors can inform targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare health-promoting behaviors between rural and urban cancer survivors post-primary treatment.
  • To identify factors influencing these behaviors in different residential settings.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey utilized the Health Promotion Lifestyle Profile II (HPLP-II) measure.
  • Data collected on demographics, rural-urban classification, and deprivation.
  • Quantitative analysis included t-tests and multiple linear regression; qualitative thematic analysis was also performed.

Main Results:

  • Rural participants reported significantly higher scores in health responsibility, nutrition, spiritual growth, and interpersonal relationships.
  • Rural-urban residence remained a significant predictor of health-promoting behaviors after controlling for covariates.
  • Qualitative data revealed a theme of "moving on" through holistic adjustments post-treatment.

Conclusions:

  • This study is the first to identify distinct health-promoting behavior patterns between rural and urban cancer survivors in the UK.
  • Rural settings may offer a more conducive environment for adopting healthy lifestyles after cancer treatment.
  • Findings support the development of geographically tailored cancer aftercare programs.