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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
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Not Just Cleanliness: Exploring Common Misinterpretations of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Abstract: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex psychiatric condition that is frequently misunderstood and misrepresented by the public, media, and even within some healthcare settings. One of the most pervasive and enduring myths surrounding obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is its frequent and narrow overidentification with behaviors related solely to cleanliness, orderliness, or excessive tidiness. This misconception often overshadows the broader and more complex spectrum of symptoms experienced by individuals living with the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 36–40 Read article