A Population Survey on Barriers and Facilitators to Breast Cancer Screening Based on the Theoretical Domains Framework.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In the UK, breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women, accounting for 31% of cancers and 15% of cancer-related deaths in women. In 2023, London's breast screening coverage was 56%, falling below the NHS target of 70%. This survey assesses psychological and behavioural factors impacting screening attendance.

Methods

Using the Theoretical Domains Framework, an online survey including 15 behavioural factors was distributed through a market research company to women eligible for breast screening (aged 47-73) across London and Southeast and West England. Logistic regression was used to predict the impact of behavioural variables on history of attendance and intention to attend future screening opportunities.

Results

Of the 922 respondents who returned the full survey, 8

SUBMITTER: Huf S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11851805 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature