Hi
I would like to share one example related to
q 4. Can you share an example where information or misinformation influenced someone’s decision to seek or avoid cervical cancer screening or treatment? [*see note below]
We have seen that those who undergo follow-up procedures like colposcopic biopsy have pain during the procedure. When others hear this information, they get worried about either screening or attending follow-up.
Dr. Anu Mary Oommen (MD, MA, PhD)
Professor, Department of Community Medicine,
Adjunct faculty, Centre for Public Health,
Christian Medical College Vellore,
Bagayam, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, 632002, India
email: anuoommen@cmcvellore.ac.in
HIFA profile: Anu Mary Oommen is a Doctor at Christian Medical College Vellore, India. Professional interests: Cervical cancer, ncd screening. anuoommen AT cmcvellore.ac.in
[*Note from HIFA moderator (NPW): Thank you Dr Oommen. I confirm we welcome responses to any of the six questions at any time during this discussion. Here again are the six questions:
Q1. How do people in your community or workplace generally perceive cervical cancer? Please describe the common concerns, beliefs, or attitudes you notice.
Q2. What questions do people commonly ask about cervical cancer screening and treatment?
Q3. What inaccurate, misleading or confusing information about cervical cancer have you come across in your setting? Can you share an example?
Q4. Can you share an example where information or misinformation influenced someone’s decision to seek or avoid cervical cancer screening or treatment?
Q5. What sources of information about cervical cancer do people in your setting rely on most? Which sources are helpful, and where do you see gaps or weaknesses?
Q6. What could be done to help people find, understand and use reliable information about cervical cancer?
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