Prostate Cancer Screening Perceptions in Bamenda, Cameroon
This study explores cultural norms and beliefs influencing late-stage prostate cancer diagnosis among men in Bamenda. Factors affecting screening decisions and preferences for traditional healers vs. biomedicine are identified through focus groups. A decision-making model illustrates key influences. Recommendations include a multi-factorial approach to address barriers, engage traditional healers in health education, and improve health service utilization.
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Prostate Cancer Screening Perceptions, Beliefs and Practices among men in Bamenda, Cameroon Aims and Objectives Explore cultural norms and beliefs that contribute to late stage diagnosis of prostate cancer among men in Bamenda Identify factors that influence decisions to abstain or screen for prostate cancer among study participants Ascertain how men decide between traditional healers and biomedicine for treatment or diagnosis of prostate cancer gcsu.edu
Methods and Results Three focus group sessions were held with men 40 years and older in Bamenda Average of 8 participants in each focus group Results Thirteen themes emerged from this study A strong reliance on traditional healers among study participants for health care A tendency among men to self-diagnose when initial symptoms of illness manifest Reluctance to discuss the subject of prostate cancer publicly
Figure 1. Decision- making model for Prostate Cancer Get PSA test & or DRE exam Visit hospital or Clinic Yes Contextual Influence: No Symptoms Financial access Delay screening No Local beliefs Risk of Late Stage Diagnosis Knowledge Visit hospital or Clinic Visit traditional healer or self medicate Awareness Attitudes Yes Exposure to & experience with traditional healing Visit hospital Fear Symptoms of CaP Stigma Yes No Financial access Delay of care or self medicate SES No
Conclusion A multi factorial approach is needed to address late stage prostate cancer diagnosis Multiple barriers to utilization of health services Engaging traditional healers in a health education and promotional initiatives is warranted Contact Information Ernie Kaninjing, DrPH, MPH, MBA, CHES Ernie.Kaninjing@gcsu.edu (478) 445-1780
