Healers in a non-traditional role; a focus group study of Sangoma’s knowledge of and attitudes to cervical cancer prevention and screening in Johannesburg, South Africa

2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 195-196 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer A. Nelson ◽  
Shelley A. Francis ◽  
Joan Liverpool ◽  
Soji Soogun ◽  
Nokuthula Mofammere
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Focus Group Study ◽  
Traditional Role ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Screening

The Influence of Health Literacy on Knowledge of Cervical Cancer Prevention and Screening Practices among Female Undergraduates at a University in Southwest Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sunday Joseph Ayamolowo ◽  
Lydia Feyisayo Akinrinde ◽  
Monisola Omoyeni Oginni ◽  
Love Bukola Ayamolowo
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Health Literacy ◽  
Cancer Screening ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cervical Cancer Screening ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Screening Practices ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Screening ◽  
Southwest Nigeria

The global incidence of cancer is rising, and low-income and lower-middle-income countries have the worst figures. However, knowledge of cervical cancer prevention and cervical cancer screening practices remains poor in these regions. This study assessed the concept of health literacy as a potential determinant of knowledge of cervical cancer prevention and screening practices among female undergraduates. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 385 female undergraduates at a university in southwest Nigeria. A validated questionnaire composed of subscales on nine components of health literacy, knowledge of cervical cancer prevention, and cervical cancer screening practices was used for data collection. The majority of the respondents obtained a high score on most of the components of health literacy and 66% had good knowledge of cervical cancer prevention. Only 11% demonstrated good practices of Pap smear testing. Of all the components of health literacy, “feeling understood and supported by healthcare providers” (OR = 0.075; 95% CI [0.036–0.115]; p = 0.015) and “understanding health information well enough to know what to do” (OR = 0.055; 95% CI [0.006–0.104]; p = 0.029) were significantly associated with knowledge of cervical cancer prevention. Out of the major challenges related to cervical cancer screening among undergraduates, the feeling of being at risk (OR = 4.71; p < 0.05) and uncomfortable experiences from past screening (OR = 0.12; p < 0.05) were significantly associated with going for cervical cancer screening. The study concluded that levels of health literacy influenced knowledge of cervical cancer prevention among female undergraduates, but it did not affect their engagement in cervical cancer screening practices.

scholarly journals Facilitators and Barriers to Cervical Cancer Screening in Migori County, Kenya

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 82s-82s
Author(s):  
Holly Nishimura ◽  
Nelly Yatich ◽  
Megan Huchko
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Hpv Testing ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Screening Programs ◽  
Barriers To Screening ◽  
Incidence And Mortality

Abstract 77 Background: Cervical cancer, a disease that is largely preventable through organized screening programs, still impacts over 500,000 women every year. Sub-Saharan Africa has the highest global incidence and mortality, largely due to lack of screening coverage. Low-cost and simple-to-implement screening technologies can potentially impact the rates of cervical cancer, if they are acceptable and scalable. As part of a trial to evaluate implementation strategies for cervical cancer prevention in western Kenya, we sought to identify the barriers and facilitators of screening, as well as opinions on a strategy employing self-collection of specimens for human papillomavirus (HPV) testing. Methods: Providers and female community members were recruited for focus groups using purposive sampling. Two focus group discussions (FGDs) with community members (n=24) and one FGD with providers (n=12) and key stakeholders were held in Migori County, Kenya, using structured guides to assess and current cervical cancer knowledge, screening practices, barriers to screening and potential strategies to facilitate screening access and uptake, including self-collected HPV testing. Results: Participants in both groups assessed the education around HPV, cervical cancer, and screening as very low in the community, and identified this lack of education as the main barrier to screening. Community members reported fear of pain and embarrassment as significant barriers to a screening pelvic exam. They also reported that lack of knowledge and discomfort among providers were significant barriers. Having undergone screening themselves or talking to someone with experience increased willingness to screen. Providers reported workload and lack of supplies and trained staff as significant barriers. Most participants in both FGDs felt that self-collection would help address barriers. Women expressed willingness to self-collect if given adequate instructions and if knowledgeable counselors were present to discuss results. Conclusion: Cervical cancer prevention strategies employing effective educational components and self-collected HPV testing could address many of the identified barriers to screening. Key findings from analysis of the focus group transcripts will be used to inform the implementation of community health campaigns. AUTHORS' DISCLOSURES OF POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST: No COIs from the authors.

scholarly journals Cervical Cancer Prevention and Screening

MedEdPORTAL ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ming Tsai ◽  
Caroline Pessel ◽  
Molly Cason ◽  
Erin Fitzgerald ◽  
Amisha Shah ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cervical Cancer Prevention ◽  
Cancer Prevention And Screening
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