Factors that contribute to women's reluctance to undergo cervical cancer screening in clinics of Limpopo Province, South Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cervical cancer is a prevalent global health issue, ranking as the fourth most frequently diagnosed cancer, with a high rate of mortality among women as compared to breast cancer. The present study aimed to examine factors contributing to women's reluctance to undergo cervical cancer screening in South African clinics, in Limpopo Province.

Methods

This study used exploratory and descriptive qualitative design, conducted at five clinics in the Greater Giyani municipality in Limpopo Province among women aged 30 years and older. The clinics were chosen based on their low performance in cervical cancer screening between 2018 and 2020. Data was collected using semi-structured, in-depth face-to-face interviews. Data was analysed using Tesch's open coding method.

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SUBMITTER: Chabalala TV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11974219 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature