Status and influencing factors of knowledge, attitudes and practices relating to screening for breast and cervical cancer among rural women aged 40-65 years in China: a cross-sectional study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding breast and cervical cancer screening among rural Chinese women aged 40-65 need improvement. Targeted interventions are recommended for older women with lower education and income, particularly farmers.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Oncology
- Sociomedical Sciences
Background
- Breast and cervical cancer screening are crucial for early detection and improved outcomes in women.
- Understanding the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of rural populations is vital for effective health interventions.
Purpose Of The Study
- To assess the KAP status concerning breast and cervical cancer screening among rural Chinese women aged 40-65.
- To identify demographic and socioeconomic factors associated with KAP towards cancer screening in this population.
Main Methods
- A cross-sectional study was conducted with 301 rural women aged 40-65 in eastern China.
- Data were collected using questionnaires assessing KAP and demographic information.
- Multivariate linear regression analysis was employed to identify associated factors.
Main Results
- The overall KAP score for breast and cervical cancer screening was 62.41±11.24.
- Factors significantly associated with higher KAP scores included junior high school education, being a housewife or in other work, and higher annual household income.
- Conversely, older age groups (50-65 years) were associated with lower KAP scores.
Conclusions
- The current KAP status regarding breast and cervical cancer screening among rural Chinese women requires enhancement.
- Interventions should target women aged 50-65 with lower educational attainment and income, especially farmers, to improve screening participation.
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