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Barriers To Colorectal Cancer Screening Within A Rural Community In Ohio, Kristina Knoll
Barriers To Colorectal Cancer Screening Within A Rural Community In Ohio, Kristina Knoll
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to perform a needs assessment within the primary care practice of ProMedica Family Medicine in Fostoria, OH. The needs assessment will specifically identify intentions and behaviors, attitudes and beliefs, subjective norms about behavioral control, and healthcare provider or healthcare system barriers related to colorectal cancer screening.
Methods: This was a cross-sectional study using a survey among a convenience sample of patients who were 50 - 75 years of age and were not currently up-to-date with their colorectal cancer screening. In total, 222 patients were screened, 133 patients were determined to not be up-to-date, …