| In Brazil, many cases of breast and cervical cancers are only diagnosed in advanced stages. Information on prevention of cancer in women is increasingly available. However, prevention or early treatment alternatives are often not practiced. This study investigated the issues hindering the practice of prevention against cancer in women. A qualitative method was employed in this exploratory and descriptive study. The sample included thirty-three randomly selected women undergoing treatment. The survey data was collected at the South Parana Institute of Oncology, Ponta Grossa - PR in September 2007 using a semi-structured individual interview after approval by the Research Ethics Committee of the Brazilian College of Systemic Studies - CBES, Curitiba - PR,... |
