What question did this study set out to answer?

To assess reproductive, gynecological, and breast health among incarcerated women in a provincial prison.

January 24, 20260 citationsOpen Access

A cross-sectional survey of reproductive, gynecological, and breast health histories and status among people in a provincial prison for women in British Columbia.

CHClare HeggieUniversity of New Brunswick MPMartha Paynter AMAnja McLeodUniversity of New Brunswick

Key Points

To assess reproductive, gynecological, and breast health among incarcerated women in a provincial prison.
Conducted a cross-sectional survey
Assessed health histories and current status
Compared findings with the general community
Identified significant health disparities compared to the general population
Highlighted the need for systematic data collection
Emphasized the importance of preventive healthcare services

Abstract

Findings from this cross-sectional survey highlight health disparities when compared with people in the general community, underscoring the need for routine and systematic data collection on reproductive, gynecological and breast health history and outcomes in this population and the need for collaborative approaches to ensure incarcerated women have access to appropriate and recommended preventive healthcare services.

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