Cross-sectional analysis estimates breast and cervical cancer screening rates in women, suggesting socio-economic disparities in access.
Key Points
To estimate the prevalence of breast and cervical cancer screening among South African women and explore associated factors.
Analyzed data from a national population-based cross-sectional household survey conducted in 2012.
Included 10,831 women aged 30+ years.
Used bivariate and multivariable logistic regression for analysis.
Papanicolaou smear test prevalence was 52.0%, while mammography was 13.4%.
Higher education, non-black African ethnicity, having medical aid, and chronic conditions increased likelihood of cervical and breast cancer screening.
Living in rural areas and lower physical activity levels were linked to decreased participation in screenings.
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Human Sciences Research Council (2026) studied this question.