Authors : Joseph Gandrix D. De Leon; Maria Ravelyn T. Balmes; Fiorella Carla A. Dy Ning; Fiona M. Almario; Jewel Shein Feliciano; Girlie Mannphy A. Lacambra; Marc Lester F. Quintana

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 10 - October

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24OCT399

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Abstract : As incidence rates rise from one in ten women to one in eight by 2023, breast cancer continues to be a serious worldwide health concern. Regardless of its rarity in men, this study included men in addition to women who frequently get breast cancer. Both sexes are affected by breast cancer, and its effects frequently get worse when discovered in advanced stages. This study highlights the importance of breast cancer education for people of all genders, in order to improve early detection and treatment outcomes. It aims to support the Sustainable Development Goal of "Good Health and Well-Being" by increasing Junior High Students' knowledge about breast cancer through an intervention program. Using a quasi- experimental design, 156 students' knowledge was assessed via a pre-test and post-test after exposure to leaflets, posters, and health teaching. A rigorously tested questionnaire focused on: breast cancer, signs and symptoms, risk factors, risk populations, and breast cancer screening showed that while students had basic knowledge initially, misconceptions were common. Post-intervention results demonstrated a significant increase in correct responses, indicating that the program effectively improved knowledge and corrected misconceptions. This underscores the value of targeted health education in promoting breast health and encouraging preventive measures.

Keywords : Breast Cancer, Junior High School Students, San Pablo City Integrated School, Knowledge, Intervention Program

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