Cervical Cancer Screening as a Preventive Intervention in Kenya by Use of Finnish Model
Poromaa, Cadybeth (2020)
2020
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2020090220053
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Cervical cancer has become a global challenge especially in developing countries like Kenya. Early and regular screening is the most effective way to prevent cervical cancer. The use of HPV vaccine and creating awareness are crucial strategies to protect young women from cervical cancer-causing virus. This thesis discusses the factors influencing low cervical cancer screening rate in Kenya leading to high mortality rate. It also borrows ideas from Finland that can be implemented in Kenya to reduce cervical cancer mortality rate.
The research questions were answered using of 4 different studies. Five (n=5) main factors influencing low screening rates in Kenya emerged: the level of poverty, poor infrastructure, lack of education and awareness, burdened healthcare system and challenges in cytology-based programs. Half of the women diagnosed die from illness in Kenya.
According to the results, HPV vaccine should be introduced to young Kenyan females between the age of 11 and 12 as part of vaccination programme. Regular screening among Kenyan women should be implemented. It is crucial to educate and create awareness to both men and women about cervical cancer in Kenya.
The research questions were answered using of 4 different studies. Five (n=5) main factors influencing low screening rates in Kenya emerged: the level of poverty, poor infrastructure, lack of education and awareness, burdened healthcare system and challenges in cytology-based programs. Half of the women diagnosed die from illness in Kenya.
According to the results, HPV vaccine should be introduced to young Kenyan females between the age of 11 and 12 as part of vaccination programme. Regular screening among Kenyan women should be implemented. It is crucial to educate and create awareness to both men and women about cervical cancer in Kenya.