Understanding Breast Screening Behavior among Singapore Women

Abstract

Draws on community survey data to investigate the acceptability of & attendance at health screening tests, focusing on mammograms. Results from a logistic regression model suggest that whether women go for mammograms depends on the quality of the social support network, perceived susceptibility & barriers, knowledge of the use of mammography, marital status, & age. Based on these findings, recommendations are made to improve breast screening acceptability.