The Impact of Breast Cancer Knowledge and Attitudes on Screening and Early Detection Among an Immigrant Iranian Population in Southern California

Kobeissi, Loulou; Samari, Goleen; Telesca, Donatello; Esfandiari, Mahtash; Galal, Osman

doi:10.1007/s10943-013-9778-y

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“…Also, in the oldest age group, 70 years and older, 40% had mammograms, compared with 72.2% for women aged 65 to 74 years in the United States (CDC, 2018). MS prevalence in this study is lower than that reported by other studies such as Kobeissi, Samari, Telesca, Esfandiari, and Galal (2014) and Schwartz et al (2008) which were 79% and 68.9%, respectively. The participants in the study by Kobeissi et al (2014) were all Persian, while the majority of the participants in the study by Schwartz et al were from Iraq and Lebanon.…”

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Prevalence, Perceived Benefits, and Perceived Barriers Regarding Breast Cancer Screening Among Three Arab American Women Subgroups

Alatrash

2019

J Transcult Nurs

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Introduction: Mammography screening (MS) has been identified as a valuable tool to decrease mortality rates from breast cancer (BC). Arab American women (AAW) have been recognized as an ethnic group that needs further research to promote their participation in BC screening. This study aims to explore MS rates, and investigate differences in attitudes and beliefs about BC screening in AAW. Method: This comparative, cross-sectional study investigated 316 American Muslim and Christian women from three Arab countries. The Arab Culture-Specific Barriers instrument was employed. Results: The results revealed lower MS rates in AAW compared with national screening rates. Cultural and religious benefits and barriers were identified. Discussion: This study was able to provide a better understanding of AAW beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors regarding BC screening based on their unique ethnic identity and religion. Implications of such findings include increasing efforts to improve MS rates and providing cultural training for health care professionals.

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Section: Demographic Characteristics and Mammography Screening Ratescontrasting

confidence: 82%

Prevalence, Perceived Benefits, and Perceived Barriers Regarding Breast Cancer Screening Among Three Arab American Women Subgroups

Alatrash

2019

J Transcult Nurs

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“…This study supports previous research that found significant associations of mammography screening with country of birth and religion, but not with perceived benefits or barriers to BC screening (Kobeissi et al, 2014;Padela et al, 2015;Vahabia et al, 2017). Being born in a Muslim country, after adjusting for region of origin, was associated with lower BC screening (Vahabia et al, 2017).…”

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confidence: 88%

“…Congruent with previous studies, mammography screening was not significantly associated with perceived benefits and barriers (Bourdeanu et al, 2020;Kobeissi et al, 2014;Padela et al, 2015). This lack of association can be attributed to the items of the survey instrument that were not solely focused on religion and culture.…”

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Determinants of Breast Cancer Screening in Three Arab American Women Subgroups

Alatrash

2021

J Transcult Nurs

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Introduction Arab American women (AAW) have significantly low mammography screening (MS) rates; religious and sociocultural factors may serve as facilitators or barriers to screening. Understanding associations with screening practices and attitudes is imperative. The purpose of this study was to examine associations of sociodemographic characteristics with perceived benefits and barriers to MS and explore relationships of MS with sociodemographics, and perceived benefits and barriers in Muslim and Christian AAW from three Arab countries, Jordan, Lebanon, and Egypt. Method In this exploratory, cross sectional study, a convenience sample of 316 AAW completed a survey that combined sociodemographics and the Arab Specific-Culture Barriers instrument. Results Religion was significantly associated with perceived benefits and country of birth had a significant association with perceived barriers. Significant relationships were found between some variables and MS. Discussion This study provided insights into facilitators and barriers influencing behaviors and attitudes regarding MS in AAW. Additional efforts are to be made to overcome barriers within a religious and cultural context to empower these women.

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“…Findings from other studies, especially from other low–middle income countries, showed similar results [13,28,29,30]. Compared to results from developed countries, the percentage of women in those studies who were aware of breast cancer symptoms was higher, to a certain extent, which can be explained by their greater consciousness of health and higher living standards [29,31]. As the majority of breast cancer cases are detected by patients themselves [32], it is crucial that women are fully aware of symptoms and breast self-examination techniques for early detection.…”

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confidence: 56%

Knowledge towards Cervical and Breast Cancers among Industrial Workers: Results from a Multisite Study in Northern Vietnam

Tran

Dang

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Breast and cervical cancer cases are rising among service and industrial women workers in Vietnam. We conducted a cross-sectional study among 287 workers in three factories in Hanoi and Bac Ninh from July to September 2018 to describe the knowledge of these cancers among industrial workers in Northern Vietnam using a structured questionnaire. Factors associated with knowledge of breast and cervical cancer were identified using generalized linear models (GLM). In our study, approximately one-third of participants believed breast cancer was caused by the lack of breastfeeding, exposure to pollution, and chemicals. Less than 50% knew about sexually transmitted infections that can cause cervical cancer or were aware of a vaccine for cervical cancer. Having one sexual partner within the last year was positively associated with having a higher score of knowledge for both diseases. Receiving a medical checkup within the last 12 months and seeking health information via the internet were related to greater breast cancer knowledge. Targeted education campaigns are needed to ensure proper knowledge and improve awareness of breast cancer and cervical cancer among industrial workers.

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The Impact of Breast Cancer Knowledge and Attitudes on Screening and Early Detection Among an Immigrant Iranian Population in Southern California

Abstract: Background-Few studies explore factors influencing breast cancer screening and early detection behaviors among immigrant Iranian women residing in the United States.

Cited by 10 publications

References 28 publications

Prevalence, Perceived Benefits, and Perceived Barriers Regarding Breast Cancer Screening Among Three Arab American Women Subgroups

Prevalence, Perceived Benefits, and Perceived Barriers Regarding Breast Cancer Screening Among Three Arab American Women Subgroups

Determinants of Breast Cancer Screening in Three Arab American Women Subgroups

Knowledge towards Cervical and Breast Cancers among Industrial Workers: Results from a Multisite Study in Northern Vietnam

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