ArticleJournal of cancer education : the official journal of the American Association for Cancer Education2026
Cancer Screening as a Conversation, Not a Checklist: Enhancing Professional Cancer Education Through Narrative Medicine.
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Abstract
Cancer screening guidelines aim for early detection but frequently face low patient adherence. This issue arises primarily from patient-provider interactions overly focused on procedural checklists, neglecting emotional and personal concerns. Effective screening discussions necessitate deeper communication, empathy, reflective listening, and narrative medicine-skills often missing in traditional clinical education. Integrating narrative approaches helps uncover patient anxieties, empowers decision-making, and enhances screening uptake. Additionally, shifting practice-level structures to prioritise meaningful conversations and employing technology thoughtfully can significantly improve patient engagement. Transforming cancer screening dialogues from checklist-driven interactions into emotionally intelligent conversations fosters trust, personal agency, and improved health outcomes.
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