Browsing College of Health Sciences (CHS) by Subject "Cancer screening"
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Knowledge, attitudes and practice of cervical cancer screening among private health workers in Kampala District, Uganda.
(2009)BACKGROUND: Cervical cancer is an important public health problem for adult women in developing countries including Uganda. Over 80% patients with cervical cancer presenting to Mulago Hospital have advanced disease. ... -
Uptake of cervical cancer screening and associated factors among market vendors in Mbarara City Markets, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01)Background: Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers among women worldwide and the leading cause of cancer death among women in developing countries. There is low cervical cancer screening uptake (10%) in Uganda. ... -
Uptake of cervical cancer screening services and associated factors among women in Ruhaama County, Ntungamo District
(Makerere University, 2018-12-19)Introduction: Routine screening for cervical cancer allows for early detection, prevention and treatment of precancerous lesions and early disease. However, the current cervical cancer screening rate in Uganda is low ...