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July 1, 2026Medical Research Reports

Evaluation of Breast Cancer Knowledge Levels Among Women: The Example of Eskişehir Province

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GEGülsüm Öztürk EmiralEAEmrah AtaySGSevil Aydoğan Gedik

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Overview

Cross-sectional study evaluates breast cancer knowledge in women, linking it to sociodemographic factors and screening habits.

Key Points

  • The study seeks to assess breast cancer knowledge levels among women aged 18–64 in Eskişehir and their correlation with risk factors and sociodemographic characteristics.
  • Cross-sectional study conducted in family health centers from September to October 2018
  • Sample size of 993 calculated using 95% confidence and cluster sampling method
  • Knowledge assessed with a 30-item scale and risk measured using the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Form.
  • Mean breast cancer knowledge score was 19 ± 5.7
  • Higher knowledge levels found in women with higher education, better income, and employment status
  • Women with previous breast disease history or regular screening had significantly higher knowledge scores.

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Emiral et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a44aedf5cd2549c8bc43f71https://doi.org/10.55517/mrr.1889058
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