Cervical Cancer
Study findings from University of Kentucky broaden understanding of cervical cancer
Published in Cancer Weekly, December 7th, 2010
2010 DEC 7 -- According to recent research published in the journal Women & Health, "Approximately one- to three-quarters of women notified of abnormal Pap test results do not receive appropriate follow-up care, dramatically elevating their risk for invasive cervical cancer. We explored barriers to and facilitators of follow-up care for women in two counties in Appalachian Kentucky, where invasive cervical cancer incidence and mortality are significantly higher than the national average."
"In-depth interviews were conducted among 27 Appalachian women and seven local health department personnel. Those who had been told of an atypical Pap test result...
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Source: Cancer Weekly (2010-12-07)
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