Screening practices of cancer survivors and individuals whose family or friends had a cancer diagnoses —a nationally representative cross-sectional survey in Japan (INFORM Study 2020)
ConclusionsA cancer diagnosis in oneself or family or friend influences an individual ’s health-related belief and risk perception, which can increase the likelihood of cancer screening.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsTargeted and tailored communication strategies can increase awareness of cancer screening.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research
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