ArticleWomen's health (London, England)
Knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to cervical cancer screening utilization among female healthcare professionals in the Tamale Metropolis.
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- "My Wife's Healthcare Is my Healthcare": A Qualitative Study Exploring Family-Centered Strategies to Enhance Cervical Cancer Prevention in Northern Ghana.Cancer control : journal of the Moffitt Cancer CenterArticle
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Abstract
backgroundCervical cancer is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality among women globally, particularly in regions with limited access to preventive healthcare services. Despite the availability of effective screening methods, uptake remains suboptimal among healthcare professionals.
objectivesThis study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to cervical cancer screening among female healthcare professionals at Tamale Teaching Hospital.
designAn institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 221 female nurses, 27 female midwives, and 30 female medical doctors in the Tamale Metropolis from October to December 2024.
methodsA total of 278 female healthcare professionals were recruited using a simple random sampling method to ensure a representative sample. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using SAS JMP Pro Statistical Software version 17.1: JMP Statistical Discovery, LLC (a subsidiary of SAS Institute).
resultsOf the 278 respondents, more than half (58.6%) had good knowledge of cervical cancer and its screening methods. Factors associated with knowledge of cervical cancer were education (
conclusionDespite positive knowledge and attitudes toward cervical cancer screening, barriers hindered uptake. Workplace-based screening programs are needed to improve screening participation among female healthcare professionals.
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