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Breast cancer risk perception, knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and screening behaviors of Chamorro women in Guam

2019
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Breast cancer is a serious public health issue in Guam and in the world. Chamorro women in Guam have the highest incidence and mortality rates of breast cancer among other ethnic groups of women living in Guam. Early detection reduces breast cancer morbidity and mortality. Little is known regarding factors associated with Chamorro women's breast cancer screening behaviors.This qualitative descriptive study was designed to obtain a straight forward description of perspectives and insights of Chamorro women in Guam ages 45 - 65 years, about their breast cancer risk perception, knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and breast cancer screening behaviors.

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