Cervical Cancer Screening Rates and Associated Sociodemographic and Behavioral Factors among People Experiencing Homelessness in Indiana

Key Points

• Cervical cancer screening rates among people experiencing homelessness remain critically low, highlighting a significant public health concern.
• Only 20% of this population engaged in cervical cancer screening, a stark contrast to the general population's rates of over 80%.
• Analysis focused on soliodemographic and behavioral factors affecting screening uptake, addressing gaps in health services for the homeless.
• These low rates underscore the need for targeted interventions to improve access to healthcare for vulnerable populations.