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Breast cancer awareness, attitude and practices among female university students: A descriptive study from Jordan

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Pages 571-583 | Received 13 Apr 2017, Accepted 14 Aug 2017, Published online: 16 Oct 2017
 

ABSTRACT

The researchers' aim of this study was to assess breast cancer (BC) knowledge, attitude and practices of breast self-examination (BSE) among female university students. Data were collected from 236 participants using self-reported questionnaires. Participants reported inadequate knowledge (45.5%), fairly positive attitude (56.3%) and low BSE practice (37.5%). Analysis revealed significant differences based on participants' demographics. Results are in congruence with international literature, and support worldwide efforts aiming at increasing awareness of BC. In conclusion, raising students' awareness regarding BC and BSE is important for early detection of this increasingly alarming disease. Initiating BC educational programs among university students is highly recommended.

Ethical Statements

This study has no conflict of interest. Also, all human rights were considered throughout the protocol of this study including informed consent. All members critically reviewed the manuscript and have approved the final version submitted for publication.

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