Prevention and promotion of breast cancer in college students
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https://doi.org/10.35381/s.v.v8i2.4245Keywords:
Breast neoplasms, breast carcinoma in situ, neoplasms, (Source: DeCS)Abstract
Objective: To describe the prevention and promotion of breast cancer in university students. Method: Descriptive documentary, 15 scientific articles published in PubMed were reviewed. Conclusion: Promotion of breast cancer prevention among university students is essential to increase knowledge and encourage preventive practices, such as breast self-examination. The reviewed studies demonstrate that educational interventions have a significant positive impact on improving knowledge and early detection practices, although barriers such as lack of information and fear of diagnosis persist.
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