What do women know about breast cancer prophylaxis and a healthy style of life?

ABSTRACT:

Aim

The aim of the study was to determine the factors influencing women's knowledge concerning breast cancer prophylaxis and find out the sources of the knowledge.

Background

In the Greater Poland region, breast cancer has been the most frequently detected tumour for years. The percentage of breast cancer cases has increased by 31% in the last decade.

Materials and methods

The study encompassed 337 women aged 40-59 who participated in the mammographic examinations. An original research tool was used which assessed the level of knowledge concerning breast cancer prophylaxis, the knowledge of health-oriented behaviour in this regard and the influence of the medical personnel on women's education.

Results

Age is a factor diversifying the knowledge of the breast se

SUBMITTER: Sielska J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4597090 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Sep-Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature