Publications by authors named "Greice de Campos Oliveira"
Article Synopsis
- Breast and cervical cancer pose significant public health challenges, with advances in prevention, early detection, and treatment crucial for reducing incidence and mortality rates.
- The study analyzed trends in mammography and Papanicolaou test coverage among women in Brazilian state capitals from 2007 to 2023, using data from a national telephone survey and statistical models to assess changes over time.
- Results showed stable mammography rates but a decline in Papanicolaou test coverage, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the need for improved access and awareness for women's health screenings.
Background: Cancer is a serious public issue problem worldwide. In Brazil, breast cancer is the most common type and cervical cancer is the third most frequent among women.
Objective: To analyze the temporal trend of coverage of mammography and cervical oncotic cytological testing, between 2007 and 2018.