Outcome of educational program on awareness and knowledge of breast cancer screening among female teachers of St Louis Grammar School Akure and Ondo, Ondo State
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https://doi.org/10.30953/thmt.v10.585Keywords:
Awareness, breast cancer, screening, education program, knowledge, Nigeria, teachersAbstract
Breast cancer (BC) remains a significant global health concern for women and is the leading cancer affecting female reproductive health. Research indicates that educational campaigns are effective in reducing its prevalence by enhancing awareness, which promotes early detection and improves treatment outcomes. This study aimed to assess the impact of an educational program on BC screening awareness among female teachers at St. Louis Grammar School in Akure and Ondo, utilizing a quasi-experimental design. The results revealed an average knowledge gain of 18.02 points following the intervention, with significant differences in knowledge observed immediately and four weeks post-intervention (p=0.000). Marital status emerged as the only socio-demographic factor significantly associated with knowledge levels (p=0.006). While the participants showed general awareness of breast cancer (BC) and breast cancer screening methods, they displayed a lack of comprehensive knowledge. The study concludes with a recommendation for targeted educational campaigns aimed at women to mitigate the burden and mortality associated with BC.
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