Breast Cancer Awareness Among Rural Women in Nigeria
Author Information
Author(s): Oluwatosin O Abimbola, Oladepo Oladimeji
Primary Institution: University of Ibadan, Nigeria
Hypothesis
What is the level of knowledge about breast cancer and its early detection measures among rural women in Akinyele Local Government Area, Ibadan, Nigeria?
Conclusion
The study found that rural women lack knowledge about breast cancer and its early detection measures.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 13.3% of respondents had heard about breast self-examination.
- The leading source of information about breast cancer was 'elders, neighbors and friends'.
- Only 6.4% identified breast self-examination as an early detection measure.
Takeaway
Many women in rural Nigeria don't know much about breast cancer or how to check for it, which is important for catching it early.
Methodology
A self-structured validated questionnaire was administered to 420 women selected from two health districts.
Limitations
No record of number and characteristics of people that refused to participate in the study.
Participant Demographics
Mean age of respondents was 37.4 years; 82.9% were married; 55.6% were Muslims; 56.5% had no formal education.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.2
Statistical Significance
p=0.2
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