A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Breast Cancer Awareness Among Women at Ganga Breast Care Centre, Coimbatore
Author(s): Aruna R.1, Kamali kiruba S.2
Authors Affiliations:
1 Assistant Professor, Medical Surgical Nursing Department Ganga College of Nursing,
2 Professor , Medical Surgical Nursing Department Ganga College of Nursing
(affiliated to the Dr. MGR Medical University) Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
DOIs:10.2015/IJIRMF/202504053     |     Paper ID: IJIRMF202504053Abstract:Â
Aim and objectives: The study aims to assess the knowledge regarding risk factors, symptoms, screening techniques, and preventive measures regarding breast cancer among women at Ganga Hospital breast care centre, Coimbatore. Materials & methods: A descriptive study design was used in this study. Purposive sampling technique was used. The sample size was 50. Self administered questionnaire used to assess the knowledge aspects such as general awareness of breast cancer, knowledge of early warning signs, screening methods (self-breast examination, clinical breast examination, and mammography), and perceptions about prevention. Results: This study revealed that Majority of the women had 51.3% had low knowledge for breast cancer. There was an association between knowledge and age, marital status, education and source of information about breast cancer and it was found to be significant (p<0.05). The study highlights the need for targeted educational interventions to improve breast cancer awareness among women. Conclusion: Community-based programs, healthcare provider initiatives, and media campaigns can help bridge knowledge gaps and encourage early detection practices. Strengthening awareness efforts is essential in reducing breast cancer-related mortality and enhancing women's health outcomes.
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Aruna R., Kamali kiruba S.(2025), A Descriptive Study to Assess the Knowledge Regarding Breast Cancer Awareness Among Women at Ganga Breast Care Centre, Coimbatore, International Journal for Innovative Research in Multidisciplinary Field, ISSN(O): 2455-0620, Vol-11, Issue-4, Pp.271-374.     Available on –  https://www.ijirmf.com/
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