Volume 29, Issue 164, October 2025

Knowledge of women in working age about breast cancer prevention

Patrycja Patronik^1♦, Izabella Prządo¹, Łukasz Karaś¹, Sabina Krupa-Nurcek²

¹Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum, University of Rzeszów, Poland
²Collegium Medicum of the University of Rzeszów, Department of Surgery, Poland

^♦Corresponding author
Patrycja Patronik, Faculty of Medicine, Collegium Medicum, University of Rzeszów, Poland

ABSTRACT

Background: Breast cancer involves the uncontrolled proliferation of cells within the breast tissue. Awareness and knowledge regarding this malignancy are essential for women to engage in preventive measures effectively. Aim of the study: The study aimed to determine the level of knowledge among women of working age about breast cancer prevention. Material and methods: This study conducted a crosssectional survey using a structured questionnaire distributed through street interviews. A total of 100 female participants aged 18-59 years were included in the study. Results: Our study found that the level of knowledge among women of working age regarding breast cancer prevention is moderate. A total of 58% of participants are aware that breast self-examination should be initiated after the age of 20. However, only 18% identified it as the most straightforward method for early detection for breast cancer. Additionally, 32% of respondents were aware of the correct timing for performing breast self-examination. Conclusions: There is a clear need of the implementation of educational programs aimed at enhancing women's awareness and knowledge about breast cancer prevention.

Keywords: breast cancer; prevention; women's knowledge; breast cancer prevention

Medical Science, 2025, 29, e210ms3737

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.54905/disssi.v29i164.e210ms3737

Published: 30 October 2025