CompletedNot Applicable

Web-Based Education Program and Educational Booklet Developed on Cervıcal Cancer

Turkey (Türkiye)128 participantsStarted 2024-05-29

Plain-language summary

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer type among women worldwide and ranks ninth in Turkey, making it the second most common gynecological cancer. The prevention of cancer heavily relies on identifying risk factors, implementing preventive measures, and early diagnosis. Cervical cancer is associated with high-risk Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infections, transmitted primarily through sexual contact, accounting for 99.7% of cases. Risk-enhancing factors include early sexual activity, poor hygiene, low socioeconomic status, and immunosuppressive conditions. The World Health Organization (WHO) launched the "Cervical Cancer Elimination Program" to address this public health issue, aiming for 90% of girls to be vaccinated against HPV by age 15, 70% of women aged 35-45 to be screened, and 90% of women diagnosed with cancer to have access to treatment by 2030. The low participation rate in cervical cancer screening programs in Turkey highlights the urgent need to increase public awareness. Web-based education is an effective tool for promoting health behaviors and increasing awareness. Its cost-effectiveness, ability to reach large audiences, and easy accessibility make it a valuable resource in healthcare. Studies in the literature demonstrate that web-based and video-based education significantly enhance cervical cancer awareness and encourage pap smear test uptake. This study developed a web-based education program and an educational booklet on cervical cancer, based on the Health Belief Model, to evaluate their impact on women's knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. The study aims to contribute to the dissemination of cervical cancer prevention methods and enrich the existing literature.

Who can participate

Age range

30 Years – 65 Years

Sex

FEMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 30-65, * Having never had a cervical cancer screening before, * Having received training on cervical cancer, * There is no obstacle to answering the questions physically, mathematically or spiritually, * Having internet access, * Being able to use a computer and/or tablet effectively, * Academicians working in health programs, * Healthy female academics who did not agree to participate in the research, * Being able to use a computer Exclusion Criteria: * The emergence of any health problem that prevents the person from continuing the research, * Not completing any of the required forms, * Those who give up participating in the study at any stage of the study * Do not visit 80% of the tabs in the web training program, * Those who have never read the training booklet will be excluded.

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

The Effect of a Web-Based Education Program and Educational Booklet Developed on Cervical Cancer on Women's Prevention Methods

Timeframe: 1.5 year

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06705309

SponsorIstanbul University - Cerrahpasa

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-08-31

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