THE INFORMATION LEVEL OF THE RURAL AREA POPULATION REGARDING THE CERVICAL CANCER
Abstract:
Cervical cancer is an important public health problem, in terms of the incidence, of the mortality rate and the large number of cases detected in advanced stages. Cervical cancer affects women in the flower of age, often still active and responsible for their children and families. Premature interruption of a woman’s life involves multiple consequences on the familial, social and economical environment. The study is based on the application of a questionnaire on a group of 200 female gender persons from rural areas in Buzău County. The results show a low informing degree about cervical cancer and screening method “Pap-test”. Also, the presentation of the studied population at the gynaecological consult and screening test is low; this behaviour is related to the level of training and the level of monthly income. It highlights the need for information and education of women in rural areas relating to prevention.
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