Knowledge about seven warning signs of cancer and protective measures of cancer among people in Tehran, Iran

Abstract

Objective(s): To assess knowledge about seven warning signs of cancer and protective measures of cancer among people in Tehran, Iran. Methods: This was a descriptive study. 2500 individuals living in Tehran wre took part in the study. Data were collected using a questionnaire that contained three parts: demographic section, questions related to seven warning signs of cancer and protective measures. Results: The results showed that the information on 7 warning signs of cancer was low among the majority (66.6%). In relation to protective measures also the knoweledge was low among the majority (78.7%). There was a positive relationship between knowledge about seven warning signs of cancer and protective measures of cancer. Conclusion: The knowledge of people about cancer and its prevention measures in Tehran was low. The need for health education campaigns seems neccessary.

Keywords

• warning signs of cancer
• prevention
• protective measures
• tehran citizens