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Knowledge, Awareness, and Perceptions of Cervical Cancer and Screening Among Women in Rural South India
Abstract: Background: Cervical cancer is still a major public health problem in South India, with rising figures of morbidity and mortality, in spite of progress in prevention, early detection, and treatment. Cervical cancer is the second leading cause of death due to cancer among Indian women, with around 123000 new cases and 67000 deaths every year. The delay in diagnosing CVD and low participation in screening programs is due to poor …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article