Implementation of a large-scale breast cancer early detection program in a resource-constrained setting: real-world experiences from 2 large states in India.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Breast Health Initiative (BHI) was launched to demonstrate a scalable model to improve access to early diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.

Methods

A package of evidence-based interventions was codesigned and implemented with the stakeholders, as part of the national noncommunicable disease program, through the existing primary health care system. Data from the first 18 months of the BHI are presented.

Results

A total of 108,112 women received breast health education; 48% visited the health facilities for clinical breast examination (CBE), 3% had a positive CBE result, and 41% were referred to a diagnostic facility. The concordance of CBE findings between health care providers and adherence to follow-up care improved considerably, with more women v

SUBMITTER: Kumar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9303860 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature