Older women's lived experience of ageism: Breast cancer screening beyond the targeted age range.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Ageism has been described as a form of prejudice of one age group against another and is experienced in a range of ways. Little is known about the impact of ageism on the health and well-being of older women. Interacting within the healthcare system becomes more complex with age. This occurs because of increased comorbidity and changing perceptions of the ageing body.

Objectives

This study aimed to explore the concept of ageism by reviewing older women's perceptions and experiences of accessing breast cancer screening.

Design

Drawing on data gathered by the same researchers, this study utilises a secondary qualitative analysis of primary data.

Methods

This study draws on a purposive sample of 60 women aged ⩾75 years who participated in an Australia-w

SUBMITTER: Adams J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12744014 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature