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VOL. 9, ISSUE 2 (2024)
A cross-sectional study on cancer awareness, risk perception, and preventive behaviors in urban and rural India: Insights from 4,321 participants
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Gora Chand Ghosh, Kajari Roy, Abhishek Samanta, Palash Pan, Nandan Bhattacharyya
Abstract
Cancer is a major public health challenge globally, with increasing
incidence and mortality rates, especially in low- and middle-income countries
like India. Awareness of cancer prevention, screening, and treatment remains
critically low. This study evaluates public awareness of cancer, assesses
perceptions of personal risk, identifies preventive behaviors, explores
attitudes toward government interventions, and highlights areas for
improvement. A cross-sectional survey of 4,321 participants from urban and
rural India was conducted. The questionnaire assessed cancer awareness, risk
perceptions, preventive behaviors, and opinions regarding government roles. The
statistical analyses included descriptive statistics and chi-square tests to
identify associations between demographic characteristics and awareness levels.
Ninety percent of participants had heard of cancer, whereas only 12.5% reported
undergoing screening. Awareness of risk factors was low, with less than 30% of
respondents recognizing the link between physical inactivity and cancer.
Variations in awareness and preventive behaviors were noted across demographic
groups, with strong support for government interventions in tobacco reduction
and cancer service access. This study underscores the urgent need for targeted
public health initiatives to improve cancer awareness and prevention strategies
in India, focusing on educational campaigns that promote early detection.
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Pages:132-137
How to cite this article:
Gora Chand Ghosh, Kajari Roy, Abhishek Samanta, Palash Pan, Nandan Bhattacharyya "A cross-sectional study on cancer awareness, risk perception, and preventive behaviors in urban and rural India: Insights from 4,321 participants". International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research, Vol 9, Issue 2, 2024, Pages 132-137
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