Association between cancer health literacy and cancer-related behavior of residents in Shandong, China.
Health Promot Int
; 39(1)2024 Feb 01.
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| ID: mdl-38386900
ABSTRACT
Health literacy is closely related to the incidence of major chronic diseases and its related behaviors such as cancer-related behaviors. This study explored how the cancer health literacy level affects cancer-related behaviors. About one to two villages from six cities of Shandong province were selected as sample areas. Professionals conducted face-to-face interviews with the participants. Finally, 1200 residents completed 1085 effective questionnaires. Data were analysed from a cross-sectional survey in 2019, which included 1085 residents in six cities/counties of Shandong province, China. The result showed that residents with high cancer health literacy were more likely to eat fruits and vegetables frequently, avoid eating moldy food and take exercise. Besides, they were more likely to engage in health education and have a higher willingness to pay for cancer screenings. Most residents in Shandong province have a basic level of cancer health literacy. Improving the cancer health literacy of the population can be an effective strategy to promote a healthier lifestyle, thereby reducing the incidence rates related to cancers.
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MEDLINE
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Letramento em Saúde
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Neoplasias
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Humans
País/Região como assunto:
Asia
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En
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Health Promot Int
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SAUDE PUBLICA
Ano de publicação:
2024
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Article
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China