Knowledge Regarding Breast Cancer and Breast Self Examination

Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of deaths globally and approximate 9.6 million deaths occurs due to cancer in year 2018. However, cancer of lungs, female breast and colorectal are the foremost cancers among all types of cancers. Cancer has negative impact on patient as well as on family. Early detection, treatment and modification of risk factors can prevent the occurrence of cancer. Aim: The aim of the study is to assess knowledge regarding breast cancer and breast self examination among women residing in rural area of district Tarn Taran. Methods: Quantitative(descriptive) Research approach with cross-sectional survey design was used to assess knowledge regarding breast cancer and breast self examination in 500 conveniently selected females who were residing in rural area of district tarn Taran. Knowledge was assessed by using self structured socio-demographic sheet and knowledge questionnaire in breast cancer and breast self examination. Results: Mean age of subjects was 32.8 years. Majority ((95.68%) had history of cancer in the family. Two third(67.6%) subjects had average, 16.4% were Good knowledge only 16% were having below knowledge regarding breast cancer and breast self examination. Conclusion: the study conclude that despite family history of cancer, study subjects had average knowledge regarding breast cancer and breast self examination. Appropriate teaching strategies need to be used to increase awareness regarding breast cancer and breast self examination