Quantitative evaluation of an information leaflet to increase prompt help-seeking for gynaecological cancer symptoms

Quantitative evaluation of an information leaflet to increase prompt help-seeking for gynaecological cancer symptoms

Abstract Background Provision of written information may improve awareness of cancer symptoms and encourage timely presentation in primary care. This study assessed changes in symptom knowledge, perceived barriers to help-seeking, anxiety and intention to seek help, following exposure to a leaflet t...

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Main Authors: Melanie Morris, Claire Friedemann Smith, Emily Boxell, Jane Wardle, Alice Simon, Jo Waller
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2016-05-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Gynaecological cancer
Help-seeking
Knowledge
Barriers
Anxiety
Leaflet
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-016-3032-y

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