Authors: Mrithula Suresh Babu; Monica L Kasting; Natalia M. Rodriguez
This study looked at cervical cancer awareness and screening practices among different racial groups in Indiana, where Black women experience higher rates of cervical cancer and mortality compared to White women. Researchers conducted an online survey with 140 patients from three Planned Parenthood clinics. They found that while Black participants had lower knowledge about cervical cancer, they were more open to using at-home HPV self-sampling and receiving health education and services from community health workers (CHWs). Specifically, Black patients were more likely to want to self-sample at home and receive help from CHWs than White patients. The study suggests that increasing knowledge about cervical cancer and using CHWs to promote self-sampling could help boost screening rates among Black women.
Link: Cervical cancer knowledge and attitudes towards self-sampling and community health worker-delivered screening services across racial groups in Indiana
Resource Topic: Cervical Cancer
Resource Type: Cross-sectional mixed methods
Year: 2024
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Country: United States of America
Publisher May Restrict Access: Yes