An examination of knowledge, awareness and practices towards breast cancer risk factors and early detection among females in the Fiji Islands

In conclusion, this study highlights the pressing need for comprehensive educational programs and public health strategies aimed at addressing the low level of breast cancer awareness and the challenges associated with early detection among Fijian women POLICY SUMMARY: The study's findings can inform the development of targeted interventions and public health strategies in the Fiji Islands that promote early detection and prevention of breast cancer, which are key to reducing the incidence and mortality rates of the disease.