The relationship between factors affecting breast cancer knowledge, awareness and prevention behaviors in women aged 20–49 years: the case of Bartın Province

Abstract

Aim: Early diagnosis of breast cancer increases the chances of success in treatment and survival. The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between factors affecting breast cancer knowledge, awareness and prevention behaviors in women aged 20–49 years in Bartın province. Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted between May - June 2025 with 303 women who were members of social media and forum pages. The data were obtained using the Personal Data Collection Form, the Comprehensive Breast Cancer Knowledge Test (CBCKT), the Determining Factors Affecting Women’s Breast Cancer Prevention Behaviors Scale (DFAWBCPBS) and the Breast Cancer Awareness Scale (BCAS). Results: A statistically significant and positive correlation was found between the mean total score of the CBCKT and both the DFAWBCPBS (p