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Lilah Khoja1, Manar Zoulfikar1, Layla Hak2
1Department of Epidemiology, University of Michigan School of Public Health, 1415 Washington Heights, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA.
Background:
Understanding why Arab American women have lower adherence to cervical cancer screening compared to other racial/ethnic groups is important. The study aimed to understand attitudes and knowledge of cervical cancer prevention and HPV vaccination among Arab American women.
Methods:
A mixed-method approach was employed, including nine focus groups and an online questionnaire. Demographic characteristics, medical history, screening practices, and attitudes towards HPV vaccination and HPV self-sampling for cervical cancer screening were assessed.
Results:
Focus group participants (n = 22) demonstrated varying levels of knowledge about cervical cancer and HPV, including limited awareness of the Papanicolaou (Pap) test. Participants expressed mixed feelings about HPV self-sampling. Among questionnaire respondents (n = 25), who on average had a higher socioeconomic status than focus group participants, 73.9% had undergone a Pap test, with 94% up to date on screening. While 59% preferred self-sampling at home, almost two in five cited concerns about sample accuracy.
Conclusions:
Our study demonstrates the variability in attitudes and experiences towards cervical cancer screening among Arab American women, potentially driven by socioeconomic disparities. Our qualitative results suggest the need for targeted, culturally tailored health education in the Arab American community. Further research should explore effective strategies to engage this underserved group and enhance adherence to prevention programs.
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