A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE OF BREAST CANCER SCREENING AMONG WOMEN IN SELECTED AREAS OF PUNE CITY

Abstract

The study titled " A descriptive study to assess the knowledge of breast cancer screening among women in selected areas of Pune city " aimed to assess the knowledge regarding breast cancer screening among women. The knowledge levels among the participants varied the 64% of samples had moderate knowledge regarding breast cancer screening. The 35.33% of samples had excellent knowledge regarding breast cancer screening. The 0.66 % of samples had poor knowledge regarding breast cancer screening. Breast cancer screening is critical for early detection, improving survival rates, and enabling less invasive treatment options. This study focuses on assessing women's knowledge of breast cancer screening in selected areas of Pune city, highlighting the importance of regular screening for early intervention. A descriptive research design was employed with a sample of 300 women from local Pune communities. A standardized knowledge survey, validated and tested for reliability (0.8985), was used to assess awareness. The results were correlated with demographic variables, such as age, education, and family history of breast cancer.

Ultimately, the findings aim to inform strategies for increasing awareness, improving screening rates, and reducing mortality associated with breast cancer. This work contributes to ongoing efforts to enhance women's health outcomes by emphasizing early detection and effective management of breast cancer through regular screening.