The Effect of an Educational Intervention on Breast Cancer Screening of Rural Women: Application of the Theory of Planned Behavior.
Amirhossein KamyabFatemeh MohammadkhahSaeedeh AsadiFarzaneh GhalehgolabAli Khani JeihooniPublished in: Cancer control : journal of the Moffitt Cancer Center (2024)
This study demonstrated that TPB-based education enhanced awareness, attitude, perceived behavioral control, subjective norms, and behavioral intention towards breast cancer screening. The TPB empowers women in rural communities to prioritize their health and seek timely breast cancer screening. Continued efforts and improved access to screening services are crucial for improved outcomes.
Keyphrases
- healthcare
- mental health
- breast cancer risk
- south africa
- randomized controlled trial
- public health
- primary care
- depressive symptoms
- physical activity
- quality improvement
- type diabetes
- social support
- metabolic syndrome
- cervical cancer screening
- health information
- climate change
- health insurance
- health promotion
- weight loss
- childhood cancer