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Background <p>Cervical cancer (CC) is the second most common cancer among women aged 15 to 44 years, a period marked by high reproductive activity. Early detection and timely treatment are crucial in reducing mortality rates.</p> Methods <p>A total of 344 female Public Health Students participated in the study using a two-stage sampling procedure. Data were collected electronically using a semi-structured questionnaire administered via the KoboTool Box application. After cleaning, 343 completed responses were analyzed using SPSS Version 27, yielding a 99.7% response rate. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to summarize findings at 5% alpha level.</p> Results <p>Of the 344 respondents, 157(45.7%) had fair knowledge of CC screening, while 205(59.8%) had a negative attitude towards it. Moreover, 284(82.8%) exhibited poor screening practices. The main barriers included fear or discomfort 198(57.9%), lack of access to facilities 189(55.3%), financial constraints 185(54.1%), and time limitations 175(51.2%). Cultural beliefs and social norms affected screening practices in 131(38.3%) of participants. Significant associations were found between poor knowledge and inadequate practices (χ<sup>2</sup> = 18.002, df = 2, p-value &lt; 0.001).</p> Conclusion <p>This study highlights the critical gaps in CC screening, revealing the prevalent poor practices among they respondents. This study serves as a baseline for improving screening uptake, and targeted health education in the study area. It is recommended that peer-led awareness programs should be integrated into both the university setting and the wider community. Additionally, access to screening facilities should be made available.</p>

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Knowledge, attitude and practice of cervical cancer screening among female public health students in the university of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria

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    2026年1月30日

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  • Stephenie Obannaya,
  • Bernadine Nsa Ekpenyong,
  • Ekpereonne B. Esu

摘要

Background

Cervical cancer (CC) is the second most common cancer among women aged 15 to 44 years, a period marked by high reproductive activity. Early detection and timely treatment are crucial in reducing mortality rates.

Methods

A total of 344 female Public Health Students participated in the study using a two-stage sampling procedure. Data were collected electronically using a semi-structured questionnaire administered via the KoboTool Box application. After cleaning, 343 completed responses were analyzed using SPSS Version 27, yielding a 99.7% response rate. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to summarize findings at 5% alpha level.

Results

Of the 344 respondents, 157(45.7%) had fair knowledge of CC screening, while 205(59.8%) had a negative attitude towards it. Moreover, 284(82.8%) exhibited poor screening practices. The main barriers included fear or discomfort 198(57.9%), lack of access to facilities 189(55.3%), financial constraints 185(54.1%), and time limitations 175(51.2%). Cultural beliefs and social norms affected screening practices in 131(38.3%) of participants. Significant associations were found between poor knowledge and inadequate practices (χ2 = 18.002, df = 2, p-value < 0.001).

Conclusion

This study highlights the critical gaps in CC screening, revealing the prevalent poor practices among they respondents. This study serves as a baseline for improving screening uptake, and targeted health education in the study area. It is recommended that peer-led awareness programs should be integrated into both the university setting and the wider community. Additionally, access to screening facilities should be made available.