Understanding and Implementation of Breast Screening Practices among Female Lecturers

Norlaila Abu Samah; Nurul Hafiza Saad; Norhaini Majid; Sarwinanti

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v11i35.7597

Authors

Norlaila Abu Samah Centre for Nursing Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Nurul Hafiza Saad Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kampus Kesihatan Universiti Sains Malaysia, Jalan Raja Perempuan Zainab 2, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan
Norhaini Majid Centre for Nursing Studies, Faculty of Health Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia
Sarwinanti Universitas Aisyiyah Yogyakarta. Jln. Ring Road Barat, Mlangi, Nogotirto, Gamping Sleman Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v11i35.7597

Abstract

Breast screening practices, including BSE, CBE, and mammography, help detect breast cancer early and improve outcomes. This study assessed the understanding and implementation of these practices among female lecturers in one of the public universities using a cross-sectional design. A total of 261 lecturers completed an online questionnaire. Most participants had fair to good knowledge and practice of BSE, while fewer demonstrated good levels of knowledge for CBE and mammography. Some individuals still demonstrated poor knowledge, particularly in the areas of CBE and mammography. Overall, the findings indicate that better understanding leads to improved screening practices, which may reduce the risk of developing breast cancer

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