Prostate cancer screening knowledge and attitude among men over 50 at a referral Hospital in Oshana region, Namibia

The results from this study can be used by the Ministry of Health and Social Services and its stakeholders to create a baseline data which help to develop appropriate preventative measures and awareness programmes. Furthermore, this study can be used to identify possible reasons for the late reporting of men for PCa screening and aid to inform the public on the need for early-seeking behaviour through screening.

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Journal of Public Health in Africa
Published
2025-01-22
DOI
https://doi.org/10.4102/jphia.v16i1.652
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1
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Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
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1.52

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Prostate cancer screening knowledge and attitude among men over 50 at a referral Hospital in Oshana region, Namibia

Daniel Opotamutale Ashipala, Yahaya Jafaru, Lonia Kashihakumwa
1 citations
Journal of Public Health in Africa
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
1.52
article

Prostate cancer screening knowledge and attitude among men over 50 at a referral Hospital in Oshana region, Namibia

Daniel Opotamutale Ashipala, Yahaya Jafaru, Lonia Kashihakumwa
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Abstract

The results from this study can be used by the Ministry of Health and Social Services and its stakeholders to create a baseline data which help to develop appropriate preventative measures and awareness programmes. Furthermore, this study can be used to identify possible reasons for the late reporting of men for PCa screening and aid to inform the public on the need for early-seeking behaviour through screening.

Journal of Public Health in AfricaVol. 16(1)
University of Namibia (NA), Federal University Birnin Kebbi (NG)
University of Namibia
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 22%
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
1.52
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