An examination of African-American women's experiences and understanding of cervical cancer screening and follow-up.
- Resource Type
- Theses
- Authors
- Prabhu Das, Irene Pramila
- Source
- Dissertation Abstracts International; Dissertation Abstract International; 66-07B.
- Subject
- Health Sciences, Public Health
- Language
- English
Summary: Conclusions and implications. These findings provide an explanatory framework to understand cervical cancer screening and follow-up among low-income, African American women. Further research is needed to determine the accuracy of the "non-adherent" label assigned to women and how this label might affect women's follow-up behavior. Additionally, further study assessing health literacy within medical encounters is critical to improve understanding and potentially, follow-up adherence. A more woman-centered approach to understanding cervical cancer screening and follow-up within programs is warranted if cervical cancer morbidity and mortality is to be reduced.