The knowledge of society regarding health-promoting behaviors in oncology

Adrianna Antoszewska
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Aldona Sokołowska
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Maria Jasiewicz
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Paweł Słoma
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Sabina Skrzynecka
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Aleksandra Lasek
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Cezary Lubas
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Julia Florek
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Klaudia Zacher
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Katarzyna Znamirowska
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Julia Michalik
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Natalia Ziaja
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Beata Sas-Korczyńska
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Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student’s Scientific Club in the Field of Oncology, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Student Scientific Club in the field of Oncology, Medical College, University of Rzeszów, Rzeszów, Poland
Department of Oncology, Radiotherapy and Translational Medicine, Institute of Medical Sciences, Medical College of Rzeszów University, Rzeszów, Poland
Received: 3 January 2025 / Revised: 5 May 2025 / Accepted: 13 May 2025 / Published: 30 September 2025

Abstract

Introduction and aim. Enhancing awareness, early detection, and fostering health-seeking behavior is imperative to address the growing problem of cancer, advocating for basic health education from an early age to reduce morbidity and mortality.

Material and methods. The survey was carried out in two forms: paper and online. The research tool was a questionnaire, consisting of 25 closed-ended questions. 

Results. While 95.5% denied the presence of personal cancer, 63% reported family history. Despite awareness of the impact (83% women; 81% men), 44% consume fast food monthly. Self-examination rates are low: only 37% perform it regularly; 45% of men lack knowledge of testicular examination.

Conclusions. Health campaigns across all age groups are necessary to promote cancer prevention and early detection, with a focus on educating both men and women on self-examination due to inadequate knowledge levels.

 

Cite 

Antoszewska A, Sokołowska A, Jasiewicz M, et al. The knowledge of society regarding health-promoting behaviors in oncology. Eur J Clin Exp Med. 2025;23(3):674–681. doi: 10.15584/ejcem.2025.3.25.

 

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