Challenges in the Prevention of Cervical Cancer in Romania

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health

Raluca Dania Todor¹  Adina Nicoleta Candrea¹  Gabriel Bratucu¹  Marius Alexandru Moga²  Luigi Geo Marceanu²  Costin Vlad Anastasiu² 

[1] Faculty of Economic Sciences and Business Administration, Department of Marketing, Tourism Services and International Affairs, Transilvania University of Braşov, Colina Universității street, no. 1, Building A, 500068 Braşov, Romania;Faculty of Medicine, Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties, Transilvania University of Braşov, B-dul Eroilor 29, 500036 Brașov, Romania;

关键词: cervical cancer;    prevention;    screening programs;   

DOI  :  10.3390/ijerph18041721

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Approximately every two hours, a Romanian woman is diagnosed with cervical cancer as the country ranks first in the EU in terms of its mortality rate. This paper aims to identify the main reasons that have led to this situation. First, a study based on secondary data was conducted in order to identify measures taken by the Romanian Ministry of Health for the prevention of this type of cancer. Second, a quantitative study was conducted to evaluate the impact that exposure to information and awareness campaigns has on women’s behavior regarding cervical cancer prevention through screening. The results of the research show an increased percentage of the women understanding the importance of screening and the benefits of early diagnosis, but also shows that a high percentage of women postpone the routine checks due to lack of time and financial resources. The research results also indicate that the only free screening program implemented in Romania during 2012–2017 was a failure due to poor procedures, low number of women tested, underfunding and the lack of promotion. Our conclusion is that the Romanian Ministry of Health has to take immediate action by conducting major awareness campaigns and also by implementing functional screening programs.

【 授权许可】

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