Knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices about colorectal cancer among adults in an area of Southern Italy.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer for both sexes in developed countries. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and preventive practices regarding CRC of adults in Italy.

Methods

A random sample of 1165 adults received a self-administered questionnaire on socio-demographic characteristics; knowledge regarding definition, risk factors, and screening; attitudes regarding perceived risk of contracting CRC and utility of screening tests; health-related behaviors and health care use; source of information.

Results

Only 18.5% knew the two main modifiable risk factors (low physical activity, high caloric intake from fat) and this knowledge was significantly associated with higher educational level, performing physical acti

SUBMITTER: Sessa A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2474634 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature