mpact of breast cancer awareness sessions amongst healthcare workers in a Tertiary Care Centre in Mumbai- a Pre-Post Study

Authors

  • Jayashri Pandya
  • Sagar R. Ambre
  • Pragati Sanganeria

Keywords:

Breast Cancer, BCAM, HCW, Screning

Abstract

Background: Breast cancer awareness sessions for HCW play a vital role in improving knowledge of
general population as they are the first reference of contact. It increases screening uptake and hence prognosis.
Materials and Methods: It is a pre-post study where analysis of the data filled in Google forms by 100
participants attending the breast awareness sessions was done. Results: Knowledge of all participants had
improved post sessions regarding BC and also it’s certain aspects of management. Conclusion: Such
awareness sessions are very effective in increasing the screening uptake of general population.

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Published

2023-10-05

How to Cite

Pandya, J., Ambre, S. R., & Sanganeria, P. (2023). mpact of breast cancer awareness sessions amongst healthcare workers in a Tertiary Care Centre in Mumbai- a Pre-Post Study . Indian Journal of Preventive & Social Medicine, 54(1), 36–43. Retrieved from https://ijpsm.co.in/index.php/ijpsm/article/view/11