The Relationship Between Cancer Worry and Gynecological Cancer Awareness in Women and Affecting Factors

Objective: This study aims to determine the relationship between cancer worry and gynecological cancer awareness in women, as well as to investigate associated factors.Methods: This is a correlational-descriptive study. The study population included women aged 20 to 65 who visited the outpatient clinics of a University Hospital. A total of 405 women were included in the final sample. Data were collected between February 28 and June 1, 2024, using the Descriptive Information Form, the Gynecological Cancer Awareness Scale, and the Cancer Worry Scale.Results: A positive and statistically significant correlation was found between overall gynecological cancer awareness and its four subscales, as well as the level of cancer-related worry. Higher awareness levels were observed among older women, those with higher levels of education, and those without a family history of cancer (p