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Barriers to Screening for Cancers Included in the National Program of Cancer Early Detection in Iran
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Ali-Asghar Honarmand   , Seyed Aria Nejadghaderi , Ahmad Naghibzadeh-Tahami , AliAkbar Haghdoost |
| Modeling in Health Research Center, Institute for Futures Studies in Health, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran |
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Background: Cancers are one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. Despite advancements in science and medicine, early detection remains crucial for effective treatment. Cancer screening is considered one of the most effective tools for early diagnosis and prevention. However, one of the main obstacles to screening is the fear of doing these tests and getting cancer. This article aims to review the cancer screening process, the associated challenges—particularly fears—and methods for overcoming these issues.
Methods: Scientific databases such as PubMed and Google Scholar were used to gather relevant articles for this review study.
Results: Some of the most important screening methods include mammography for breast cancer, Pap smear for cervical cancer, and colonoscopy for colon cancer. This fear of being diagnosed with cancer can stem from several factors, including anxiety over positive results and their consequences, concerns about the treatment process, and even fear of pain or discomfort during the tests. To reduce these fears and the resistance patients may have towards screening, educational and informational approaches should be employed.
Conclusion: By raising awareness and addressing fears, screening can be utilized as a vital tool in reducing the burden of cancer. |
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| Keywords: Breast Neoplasms, Colonic Neoplasms, Early Detection of Cancer, Uterine Cervical Neoplasms |
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Received: 2024/11/13 | Accepted: 2025/01/4 | ePublished ahead of print: 2025/02/11 | Published: 2025/03/18
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