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ArticleInternational journal of environmental research and public health2024

Exploring the Landscape of Breast Cancer Prevention among Chinese Residents in Italy: An In-Depth Analysis of Screening Adherence, Breast Self-Examination (BSE) Practices, the Role of Technological Tools, and Misconceptions Surrounding Risk Factors and Symptoms.

Luana Conte, Roberto Lupo, Serena Sciolti, Alessia Lezzi, Ivan Rubbi, Stefano Botti, Maicol Carvello, Annarita Fanizzi, Raffaella Massafra, Elsa Vitale and 1 more

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Article in International journal of environmental research and public health, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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11 authors.

Luana ConteLaboratory of Biomedical Physics and Environment, Department of Mathematics and Physics "E. De Giorgi", University of Salento, 73100 Lecce, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-8741-3478
Roberto Lupo"San Giuseppe da Copertino" Hospital, Local Health Authority, 73043 Lecce, Italy.
Serena ScioltiIndependent Researcher, 73100 Lecce, Italy.ORCID 0009-0009-0772-4195
Alessia LezziNational Cancer Association (ANT) Italia ONLUS Foundation, 73100 Lecce, Italy.
Ivan RubbiSchool of Nursing, University of Bologna, 48018 Faenza, Italy.ORCID 0000-0001-6067-9578
Stefano BottiHaematology Unit, Azienda USL-IRCCS of Reggio Emilia, 42100 Reggio Emilia, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-0678-0242
Maicol CarvelloRavenna Community Hospital, Local Health Authority Romagna, 48100 Ravenna, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-9681-031X
Annarita FanizziLaboratorio di Biostatistica e Bioinformatica, IRCCS Istituto Tumori "Giovanni Paolo II", 70126 Bari, Italy.
Raffaella MassafraLaboratorio di Biostatistica e Bioinformatica, IRCCS Istituto Tumori "Giovanni Paolo II", 70126 Bari, Italy.
Elsa VitaleScientific Directorate, IRCCS Istituto Tumori "Giovanni Paolo II", 70126 Bari, Italy.
Giorgio De NunzioLaboratory of Biomedical Physics and Environment, Department of Mathematics and Physics "E. De Giorgi", University of Salento, 73100 Lecce, Italy.ORCID 0000-0002-1998-0286

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundBreast cancer remains a significant health concern among women globally. Despite advancements in awareness and diagnostic techniques, it persists as a leading cause of death, with profound impacts on affected individuals' quality of life. Primary and secondary prevention, including regular screenings and practices like breast self-examination (BSE), are pivotal in ensuring early diagnosis. The national health system (NHS) in Italy offers screenings for women aged 50-69 every two years, managed by the local health authority. However, the participation rates, especially among the Chinese female population residing in Italy, are not well understood.

methodsUsing a snowball method, we electronically disseminated a survey to investigate how Chinese women living in Italy engage with available NHS screening programs. The survey also explores their practice of BSE and the use and impact of technological tools on prevention. Furthermore, the study aims to understand the subjects' depth of knowledge and misconceptions about breast cancer.

resultsThe data reveal a significant gap in breast cancer screening adherence and knowledge among Chinese women in Italy, with a notable discrepancy between the general population and those who have previously encountered cancer.

conclusionsThe results highlight the urgent need for interventions that are culturally sensitive, stressing that these actions are not only desirable but essential.

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Breast NeoplasmsBreast Self-ExaminationChinaCross-Sectional StudiesEarly Detection of CancerFemaleHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeHumansQuality of LifeRisk FactorsSurveys and Questionnairesbreast cancer screeningbreast self-examinationChinese residents in Italyprevention

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PMID38541307
PMCPMC10969788

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