The study was undertaken to understand the barriers (system, community, individual level) in cervical cancer screening and to contribute, design, and develop specific interventions to influence cervical cancer screening practices among women.
Enhancing cervical cancer screening by understanding influencing factors, perceptions, and barriers, and identifying needs for targeted communication materials.
Explore the social, cultural, and institutional factors that influence cervical cancer screening among women.
Understand women’s perceptions, beliefs, and practices about cervical cancer screening behavior.
Identify the need for additional BCC materials and the type of materials required for an effective screening program
Explore the economic and resource barriers concerning cervical cancer screening.
Mixed Methodology (Qualitative & Quantitative)
The study used the Health Belief Model to categorize findings into perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived barriers, and cues to action.
Understanding the perceived risk of cervical cancer among women.
Assessing the seriousness of cervical cancer as understood by the women
Identifying obstacles that hinder women from participating in cervical cancer screening.
Determining motivators that encourage women to undergo screening.
